Accident Summary
A float-equipped airplane contacted the water and sank during a landing attempt in a harbor. The pilot reported encountering a strong downdraft during the approach.
Sequence of Events
The airplane was approaching to land on the water. At about 100 feet above the water, the airplane encountered a strong downdraft. The pilot applied full power, but the airplane continued to descend. The airplane then contacted the water. After contact, the right float partially submerged, and the right wing struck the water. The floats separated from the fuselage, and the airplane sank.
Damage
The right float partially submerged, the right wing struck the water, the floats separated from the fuselage, and the airplane sank.
Weather Conditions
Wind in the harbor was reported as 12 knots with gusts to 20 knots.