Incident Overview
A private pilot was operating a tailwheel-equipped airplane on a personal flight under Title 14, CFR Part 91. The pilot intended to land on a gravel bar adjacent to a river. During the landing roll, the right main landing gear wheel encountered soft sand. The airplane subsequently veered to the right, entered the river, and nosed over.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the lift struts and the left wing.
Aircraft and Operation Details
The specific aircraft type, registration, and engine count were not provided in the source. The flight was conducted under Part 91 personal operations. The time of day, weather conditions, and presence of air traffic control were not documented in the source material.
Damage Assessment
As a result of the nose-over, the airplane's left wing and lift struts sustained substantial damage. No other damage items were specified.
Occupant Status
The source did not report any injuries or fatalities among the occupants. Toxicology tests or injury information were not mentioned.
Conclusion
The accident occurred when the right main landing gear wheel encountered soft sand during the landing roll on a gravel bar, leading to a loss of directional control and a nose-over in the adjacent river.