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July 2, 2024 · De Havilland DHC2 I · N6LU
Susitna, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 2, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Susitna, AK
Aircraft
De Havilland DHC2 I (1956)
Tail Number
N6LU
Operator
Trail Ridge Air
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC24LA060
The pilot was departing from a shallow river in a float-equipped airplane. She reported that she was almost on step when the airplane suddenly veered to the left toward the riverbank. She reduced engine power to abort the takeoff, however the airplane impacted the riverbank and trees. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. In the pilot’s written statement, she reported that the airplane’s floats likely encountered the shallow river bottom during the takeoff run, resulting in the sudden left veer.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, resulting in the floats contacting the shallow river bottom during takeoff, and a subsequent loss of control.
Full Narrative
The pilot was departing from a shallow river in a float-equipped airplane. She reported that she was almost on step when the airplane suddenly veered to the left toward the riverbank. She reduced engine power to abort the takeoff, however the airplane impacted the riverbank and trees. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. In the pilot’s written statement, she reported that the airplane’s floats likely encountered the shallow river bottom during the takeoff run, resulting in the sudden left veer.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:45 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftDe Havilland DHC2 I
Tail NumberN6LU
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTrail Ridge Air
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsPratt & Whitney · R-985 AN-14B · Reciprocating · 450
Seats7
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 23 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind180° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 3400 ft
Temperature / Dew Point54 F / 45 F
Altimeter30.23 inHg
Observation Time03:53
Weather SourceWFAC