CESSNA U206
Falun, WI — June 18, 2025
Event Information
| Date | June 18, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN25LA211 |
| Event ID | 20250618200352 |
| Location | Falun, WI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.77719, -92.48281 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | U206 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot experiencing the featureless terrain illusion during the approach which gave the perception that the airplane was at a higher altitude over the glassy water surface than it was, resulting in the airplane impacting the water.
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.