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March 27, 2014 · Aviat Aircraft A 1B · N59AW
Dadeville, AL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 27, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Dadeville, AL
Aircraft
Aviat Aircraft A 1B (2000)
Tail Number
N59AW
Operator
Douglas Zeiger
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA14CA177
The pilot of the amphibian airplane reported that he was attempting to land on a lake with a tailwind. He circled the landing zone once and verified that there was no debris in the water. During the landing flare, the airplane floated beyond the intended touchdown point and was nearing the shore. The pilot initially added power to go-around, but then reduced power when he did not think the airplane would clear the trees near the shoreline. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest in the water. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The landing gear was retracted into the floats. The pilot added that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Descent/approach/glide path-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot of the amphibian airplane reported that he was attempting to land on a lake with a tailwind. He circled the landing zone once and verified that there was no debris in the water. During the landing flare, the airplane floated beyond the intended touchdown point and was nearing the shore. The pilot initially added power to go-around, but then reduced power when he did not think the airplane would clear the trees near the shoreline. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest in the water. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The landing gear was retracted into the floats. The pilot added that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAviat Aircraft A 1B
Tail NumberN59AW
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDouglas Zeiger
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 24 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 7 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point28 C
Altimeter30.12 inHg
Observation Time22:15
Weather SourceWFAC