On September 12, 1988, a DE Havilland DHC-2 (registration N67207) operated by Branch River Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Ruth Lake, AK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A float-equipped airplane nosed over after striking a beach during landing on a remote mountain lake. The pilot reported a tailwind gust increased rapidly after touchdown, reducing deceleration.
Accident Details
A float-equipped airplane was landing on a remote mountain lake in gusty wind conditions. The pilot stated that the airplane touched down with a tailwind component of approximately 5 knots. During the landing roll, a gust caused the tailwind to increase rapidly, resulting in the airplane decelerating much less quickly than the pilot had anticipated.
Pilot Report
According to the pilot, the airplane struck the beach with enough forward velocity to cause it to nose over. The pilot did not report any other factors contributing to the accident.
Outcome
The airplane nosed over after striking the beach. The extent of damage and any injuries were not specified in the source.
What happened in the 12 Sept 1988 DE Havilland DHC-2 accident near Ruth Lake, AK?
A float-equipped airplane nosed over after striking a beach during landing on a remote mountain lake. The pilot reported a tailwind gust increased rapidly after touchdown, reducing deceleration.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Sept 1988 involved a DE Havilland DHC-2, registration N67207, operated by Branch River Air Service, at Ruth Lake, AK.
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