Aircraft and Operational Context
The aircraft involved was a floatplane operated by a fishing lodge. The pilot was preparing to dock at a remote site and required assistance from the passenger, a guide employed by the lodge. The guide was new to the position and had limited familiarity with aircraft.
Pilot's Instructions
The pilot directed the guide to exit the cabin and stand on a float to assist with docking. The pilot specifically instructed the guide to remain behind the aircraft door until the engine was shut off and the propeller had stopped rotating.
Guide's Actions
The guide did not comply with the pilot's instructions. Instead of waiting behind the door, he walked forward on the float while the engine was still running and the propeller was spinning. The guide was struck by the propeller.
Injuries
The guide sustained fatal injuries from the propeller strike.