What happened
On June 22, 2018, at approximately 1730 Alaska daylight time, a float-equipped de Havillandum DHC-2, registration N5221G, crashed about 53 miles northwest of Dillingham, Alaska. The aircraft departed Naknek Lake (5NK) at approximately 1645 for a personal flight under visual flight rules.
The pilot was attempting to land on a remote river during conditions involving a tailwind. After the aircraft touched down on the water, it bounced, and a gust of wind caused the tail of the airplane to swing approximately 45 degrees to the left. The aircraft subsequently struck the riverbank, moved onto the shore, and collided with trees. The impact caused substantial damage to the aircraft. The pilot sustained one serious injury, while the three passengers were not injured.