N65223

Substantial
None

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER U-6AS/N: 55-4602

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, July 20, 2024
NTSB Number
ANC24LA068
Location
Pedro Bay, AK
Event ID
20240720194727
Coordinates
59.736660, -153.926510
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
6
Total Aboard
6

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was sun glare.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DEHAVILLAND
Serial Number
55-4602
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1955
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
RAINBOW RIVER LODGE AVIATION LLC
Address
2109 ROCKLIN DR
City
SANDY
State / Zip Code
UT 84092
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# ANC24LA068