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February 4, 2024 · Javron PA-12 Replica · N360WC
Inver Grove Heights, MN
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 4, 2024
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Inver Grove Heights, MN
Aircraft
Javron PA-12 Replica (2023)
Tail Number
N360WC
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA109
The pilot reported that he was landing the airplane on the water and that after he conducted his before landing “GUMP” checklist he extended the landing gear on his amphibious airplane in error. Following the water landing, the airplane came to rest inverted in the river and sustained substantial damage to both wings and the windscreen. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to properly configure the landing gear on his amphibious airplane before landing on water.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was landing the airplane on the water and that after he conducted his before landing “GUMP” checklist he extended the landing gear on his amphibious airplane in error. Following the water landing, the airplane came to rest inverted in the river and sustained substantial damage to both wings and the windscreen. 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 Time12:30 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftJavron PA-12 Replica
Tail NumberN360WC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · Titan OX360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 64 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind80° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point45 F / 30 F
Altimeter30.14 inHg
Observation Time12:35
Weather SourceWFAC