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July 22, 2017 · Cessna A185 F · N5227R
Arctic Village, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 22, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Arctic Village, AK
Aircraft
Cessna A185 F (1976)
Tail Number
N5227R
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA439
The pilot of the float-equipped airplane reported that he aborted the takeoff after the airspeed dropped 3 knots before coming up on the step. He added that, as the airplane approached a bend in the river, he applied left rudder but could not overcome the crosswind and current. The right float impacted the beach, the airplane turned perpendicularly, and then the left wing impacted the beach. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot of the float-equipped airplane reported that, he aborted the takeoff after the airspeed dropped 3 knots before coming up on the step. He added that as the airplane approached a bend in the river, he applied left rudder but could not overcome the crosswind and current. The right float impacted the beach, the airplane turned perpendicular, and the left wing impacted the beach. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:45 AKDT
Nearest AirportRIVER (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna A185 F
Tail NumberN5227R
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-550-D20B · Reciprocating · 300
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 71 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 10 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 10000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point68 F / 43 C
Altimeter29.65 inHg
Observation Time22:56
Weather SourceWFAC