On June 23, 1984, a Lake LA-4-200 (registration N6209V) was involved in an aviation accident near Amityville, NY. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A training aircraft sustained substantial damage during a step turn maneuver after a student applied right rudder, causing the left float to contact water, leading to a sideways collision.
Accident Details
A training aircraft sustained substantial damage during a step turn maneuver performed over water. The aircraft was equipped with floats, as the maneuver involved water contact.
Sequence of Events
Prior to the flight, the student was briefed by the instructor. They proceeded to conduct training maneuvers over water. During the performance of a step turn maneuver, the instructor observed an excessive airspeed indication and instructed the student to reduce power. The student did not comply with the instruction, prompting the instructor to take control of the aircraft. Subsequently, the student applied right rudder, which forced the left float into the water. This caused the aircraft to turn sideways, and it subsequently collided with the water in a sideways orientation.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft. No further details regarding injuries or other damage were provided in the source.