Accident Details
On July 8, 2025, about 1840 Pacific daylight time, a Beech A36, registration N41VH, was substantially damaged when it struck a tree during departure from Cavanaugh Bay Airport (66S) near Coolin, Idaho. The pilot and passenger sustained minor injuries. The flight was conducted under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight.
Pilot Account
According to the pilot, during the departure from Runway at Cavanaugh Bay Airport, the right wing contacted a tree at the end of the runway. Subsequently, the airplane rolled over and came to rest in a lake located just off the end of the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and wings.
Witness Observations
Witnesses reported hearing the engine operating at a high RPM and observed the airplane make a steep right bank on the departure end of the runway before the right wing struck trees. Density altitude at the time of the accident was calculated to be about 5,267 feet.
Wreckage Examination
The wreckage was retained for further examination.