Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC13CA052

Fairbanks, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N4571K

CESSNA U206A

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that he had flown to a remote lake to practice touch-and-go landings, in a float-equipped airplane, on glassy water. On his first landing, the airplane touched down in a slight nose-low attitude, and the right float struck the water. The airplane subsequently nosed over, sustaining substantial damage to the wings, and right lift strut. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s inadequate flare, which resulted in a nose-low impact with glassy water and a subsequent nose-over.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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