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N3126D accident description

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Crash location 59.239722°N, 135.505556°W
Nearest city Haines, AK
59.235833°N, 135.445000°W
2.2 miles away
Tail number N3126D
Accident date 27 Sep 2011
Aircraft type Cessna 180
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot was taking off on a glassy water lake, in a float-equipped airplane. While on step, the airplane veered sharply to the right toward the nearby shore. The pilot said he tried to return to the departure heading using rudder and aileron, but the right wing encountered heavy brush, which caused the airplane to turn to the right toward the shoreline. Realizing he was going to hit the shore, he closed the throttle. The airplane received substantial damage to its wings and fuselage. The pilot said he did not know what caused the initial course deviation, but speculated he may have encountered something hidden under the surface of the lake.

A certificated aircraft mechanic with inspector authorization examined the airplane after the accident, and said he did not find any flight control or rigging issues that would explain the initial course deviation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff in a float-equipped airplane for an undetermined reason, which resulted in the airplane colliding with trees and the shore.

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