N600NL

Substantial
None

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER U-6AS/N: 857

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, June 26, 2022
NTSB Number
ANC22LA050
Location
Kokhanok, AK
Event ID
20220629105392
Coordinates
59.439361, -154.768100
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
7
Total Aboard
7

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a loss of control and impact with the water.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DEHAVILLAND
Serial Number
857
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1954
Model / ICAO
BEAVER U-6ADH60
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
8
FAA Model
BEAVER U-6A

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
NEWHALEN LODGE INC
Address
3851 CHINIAK BAY DR
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99515-2230
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# ANC22LA050