N6LUDE HAVILLAND DHC22024-07-02 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

DE HAVILLAND DHC2S/N: 908

Summary

On July 02, 2024, a De Havilland DHC2 (N6LU) was involved in an incident near Susitna, AK. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, resulting in the floats contacting the shallow river bottom during takeoff, and a subsequent loss of control.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC24LA060. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N6LU.

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
NTSB Number
ANC24LA060
Location
Susitna, AK
Event ID
20240703194608
Coordinates
61.411752, -150.591470
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 selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, resulting in the floats contacting the shallow river bottom during takeoff, and a subsequent loss of control.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DE HAVILLAND
Serial Number
908
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1954
Model / ICAO
DHC2DH82
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
8
FAA Model
BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
MY HOLDINGS INC
Address
13731 JARVI DR
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99515-3937
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# ANC24LA060