N109KS

Substantial
None

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1S/N: 1295

Summary

On July 11, 2025, a Dehavilland BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1 (N109KS) was involved in an incident near Nelson Lagoon, 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 failure to maintain clearance from a creek bank while maneuvering to land.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC25LA074. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N109KS.

Accident Details

Date
Friday, July 11, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA074
Location
Nelson Lagoon, AK
Event ID
20250714200536
Coordinates
55.903279, -161.731830
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 failure to maintain clearance from a creek bank while maneuvering to land.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DEHAVILLAND
Serial Number
1295
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1957
Model / ICAO
BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
8
FAA Model
BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
RS SPECIALTIES LLC
Address
10000 COBRA ST
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99507-6435
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# ANC25LA074