Incident Overview
A student pilot, under the supervision of an instructor, was practicing a confined area takeoff. During the maneuver, the student initiated a turn to the right, and the aircraft began to skid to the outside of the turn.
Instructor Actions
In response to the skid, the instructor applied right rudder and right aileron while reducing the power to idle. As power was reduced, the aircraft suddenly came down off the step and settled into the water.
Water Contact and Recovery
The instructor observed the left wing tip descending into the water. He then added full power and leveled the wings. With the addition of power, the aircraft accelerated and lifted off from the water.
Post-Incident Actions
After becoming airborne, the instructor surveyed the aircraft for damage and decided to return to the departure airport. A landing was made without further incident. Subsequent maintenance inspection revealed substantial damage to the left wing.
Investigation
The accident investigation report noted that the aircraft was being used for training purposes. No further details about the aircraft, location, or persons involved were provided in the source.