CESSNA U206G
Naknek, AK — March 9, 2012
Event Information
| Date | March 9, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC12CA027 |
| Event ID | 20120316X94235 |
| Location | Naknek, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 58.77833, -156.94221 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | U206G |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to take off from an unsuitable off-airport site.
Full Narrative
The pilot was attempting a takeoff from a frozen, snow-covered pond that had just been plowed. During the takeoff roll, the airplane's left main gear hit a snow berm, and the airplane turned abruptly left. The right wing contacted terrain, and sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
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.