CESSNA U206F
Buckland, AK — October 9, 2012
Event Information
| Date | October 9, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC13CA002 |
| Event ID | 20121011X43234 |
| Location | Buckland, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 65.75833, -160.55972 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | U206F |
| 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 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's loss of airplane control during final approach in gusty wind conditions.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on final approach to a remote gravel bar adjacent to a river, in gusty and variable wind conditions, the 10 knot headwind subsided just before touchdown, and the airplane descend below his anticipated approach path. He initiated a go-around, but the right wing abruptly dropped, and the right main wheel struck the water, which pivoted the airplane 90 degrees to the right. The airplane’s right wing subsequently struck the surface of the water, sustaining substantial damage. The pilot reported that 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.