Accident Overview
A float-equipped airplane experienced a landing mishap on a river with glassy water conditions. According to the pilot, as he was rolling the wings level during the landing approach, he felt the left float make contact with the water surface. This contact caused the aircraft to yaw abruptly to the left. The airplane subsequently departed the river, ascended the river bank, and slid across the tundra before coming to a stop.
Aircraft Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the left wing lift strut. No other damage details were provided.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The aircraft was equipped with floats and was configured for landing on a water surface at the time of the occurrence.
Investigation Notes
No other factors, such as environmental conditions or pilot experience, were specified in the report. The accident occurred during a landing maneuver on a river characterized by glassy water, which can present visual challenges for depth perception and altitude judgment. However, the source did not attribute the event to any specific cause beyond the sequence described.