Departure and Maneuver
The commercial certificated pilot departed from a floating lodge in a float-equipped airplane. After lift-off, the airplane executed a climbing right turn over the lodge and was observed to be in a slight climb attitude.
Loss of Control
The airplane then appeared to skid to the left. The left wing dropped, and the airplane appeared to stall. It subsequently descended to the ground, making about half a turn to the left. Engine sounds were heard all the way to the ground.
Collision and Damage
The airplane collided with tall trees and then the ground in a nose-down attitude, coming to rest in a small clearing of trees. The airplane received extensive impact damage, including buckling and twisting of the airframe. The engine and propeller were buried in the ground.
Investigation Findings
No evidence of any preimpact mechanical anomalies was discovered during the on-site investigation. The airplane was not recovered from the accident scene.