N185SZ

Substantial
None

Cessna 185S/N: 185-1589

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
NTSB Number
ANC20CA049
Location
Palmer, AK
Event ID
20200519X95021
Coordinates
61.620338, -148.980680
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s decision to attempt to " water ski" atop a remote river in a wheel-equipped airplane, resulting in a loss of control and a nose over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
185-1589
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1969
Model / ICAO
185C185
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
6
FAA Model
A185E

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
BREDIN THOMAS W
Address
6600 KINCAID RD
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99502-3947
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC20CA049