Incident Overview
According to witness accounts, a pilot was landing diagonally to Katalla Beach into a strong headwind. Upon touchdown, the left wing lifted and the aircraft began a gentle turn to the right. Witnesses then heard the engine power increase and observed the aircraft attempting a go-around.
Sequence of Events
During the go-around, the main landing gear struck two waves, causing the aircraft to nose into the water. One witness stated that the wind was blowing steady at about 10 mph with occasional higher gusts.
Witness Reports
Multiple witnesses provided consistent accounts of the landing approach and the subsequent events. The pilot's diagonal landing angle and the strong headwind were noted as factors in the initial wing lift and turn.
Conclusion
The incident involved an attempted landing and subsequent go-around that ended with the aircraft nosing into the water after the landing gear contacted waves. No further details about the aircraft or occupants were provided.