Incident Overview
A float-equipped airplane sustained structural damage during a landing on a river. The pilot reported that the landing occurred in choppy water conditions with a left quartering headwind. As the airplane touched down, it yawed to the left, and the right wing struck the water surface.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that the airplane yawed left immediately after touchdown, resulting in the right wing contacting the water. The pilot further reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot did not provide any additional explanations for the accident.
Damage
The collision of the right wing with the water caused structural damage to both the right wing and the fuselage. No further information regarding the extent of damage was disclosed.