Incident Overview
A commercial certificated pilot was taxiing an amphibious float-equipped airplane toward a seaplane dock after landing. The flight was conducted as a scheduled air taxi operation. As the airplane approached the dock, the pilot shut off the engine.
Sequence of Events
Following engine shutdown, a tidal current carried the airplane beyond the intended docking area. The aircraft subsequently drifted backward and made contact with a wooden piling.
Damage and Repairs
The operator reported that the left aileron was removed for repair. A 37-inch portion of the aileron trailing edge was replaced as a result of the damage sustained in the collision with the piling.
Aircraft and Operational Context
No other details about the aircraft, such as make, model, registration, or engine count, were provided in the source. The time of day, weather conditions, location, and any involvement of air traffic control were not specified. No injuries or fatalities were reported.