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N314HA accident description

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Crash location 60.570556°N, 151.244722°W
Nearest city Kenai, AK
60.554444°N, 151.258333°W
1.2 miles away
Tail number N314HA
Accident date 25 Aug 2012
Aircraft type Dehavilland Beaver U-6
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot of a float-equipped airplane was landing at a remote lake. The pilot stated that he was in a left base to final turn when the left float struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated there were no preaccident anomalies with the airplane.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate ground clearance during his landing approach, which resulted in a collision with terrain.

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