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August 25, 2012 · Dehavilland Beaver U-6 · N314HA
Kenai, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 25, 2012
Injury Outcomes
3 injuries (3 minor injuries), 3 uninjured
Location
Kenai, AK
Aircraft
Dehavilland Beaver U-6
Tail Number
N314HA
Operator
High Adventur Air Charter Guides & Outfitters
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC12CA092
The pilot of a float-equipped airplane was landing at a remote lake. The pilot stated that he was on a left base leg turning onto a short final approach when the left float struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate ground clearance during his landing approach, which resulted in a collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot of a float-equipped airplane was landing at a remote lake. The pilot stated that he was in a left base to final turn when the left float struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated there were no preaccident anomalies with the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:00 AKDT
Nearest AirportBig River Lakes (0nm)
Runway14
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftDehavilland Beaver U-6
Tail NumberN314HA
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHigh Adventur Air Charter Guides & Outfitters
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsP&W · R-985 SERIES · Reciprocating · 450
Seats8
People & Injuries
Injury Summary3 injuries (3 minor injuries), 3 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor3
Uninjured3
Total6
Crew 1Age 53 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind5 kt, gusting 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 10000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point45 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO