Incident Overview
A float plane capsized and sustained damage while the pilot attempted to cross a lake under windy conditions. The wind was reported from 270 degrees at 20 knots, gusting to 40 knots.
Pilot's Account
In an initial statement, the pilot said he attempted to take the float plane across the lake. He later revised his account, stating that he was "sailing" the aircraft across the lake for mooring purposes with the engine not running. When the winds threatened to cause a loss of control, he started the engine by hand-propping it. As he shifted his position from the float back to the cockpit, the wind caught a wing and turned the aircraft over, resulting in the capsize.
Damage
The aircraft capsized and was damaged. Specific details of the damage were not provided.
Environmental Conditions
The wind was from 270 degrees at 20 knots, gusting to 40 knots. No other weather information was reported.