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August 23, 2022 · Cessna 180 D · N6455X
Egegik, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 23, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Egegik, AK
Aircraft
Cessna 180 D (1961)
Tail Number
N6455X
Operator
Tracy Vrem
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR22LA326
The pilot in the float equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff into the wind from a lake, the left wing suddenly lifted. The pilot attempted to correct with aileron input; however, the right wing contacted the water. The floatplane nosed over and partially sank. The left wing was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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
Full Narrative
The pilot in the float equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff into the wind from a lake, the left wing suddenly lifted. The pilot attempted to correct with aileron input; however, the right wing contacted the water. The floatplane nosed over and partially sank. The left wing was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 AKDT
Nearest AirportEgegik Airport (19nm ESE)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180 D
Tail NumberN6455X
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTracy Vrem
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-R · Reciprocating
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 66 · First Class · None
Crew 2Age 38 · None
Crew 3Age 67 · None
Crew 4Age 36 · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind90° @ 15 kt, gusting 10 kt
CeilingBroken clouds 4000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point59 F / 52 F
Altimeter29.77 inHg
Observation Time12:56
Weather SourcePILO