N9776R

Substantial
Serious

DE HAVILLAND DHC2S/N: 1126

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
NTSB Number
ANC22LA063
Location
Anchorage, AK
Event ID
20220802105639
Coordinates
61.179673, -149.963480
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
2
Minor Injuries
4
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
7

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in gusting wind conditions which resulted in the wing exceeding its critical angle of attack, a loss of control and impact with the water.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DE HAVILLAND
Serial Number
1126
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1957
Model / ICAO
DHC2DH2T
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
8
FAA Model
BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
NORTHSTAR HOLDINGS LLC
Address
3130 BRIDLE LN
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99517-1411
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# ANC22LA063