CESSNA 208
Elfin Cove, AK — June 26, 2022
Event Information
| Date | June 26, 2022 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC22LA048 |
| Event ID | 20220629105388 |
| Location | Elfin Cove, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 58.12721, -136.31496 |
| Airport | ELFIN COVE |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 208 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 135 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 8 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff which resulted in an impact with terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s momentary distraction from conflicting boat traffic.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.