Final None Jul 20, 2024

N65223 accident at Pedro Bay, AK

Dehavilland BEAVER U-6A — Loss of control on ground at Pedro Bay, AK

DateJul 20, 2024
Tail numberN65223
AircraftDe Havilland BEAVER U-6A · De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver · DHC2
LocationPedro Bay, AK
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Other work use
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseANC24LA068

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was sun glare.

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