What happened
During a scheduled cargo operation traveling from Juneau to Hawk Inlet, a single-engine aircraft was involved in an accident during the landing phase. As the pilot attempted to land in Hawk Inlet, the single-engine airplane tipped over, coming to rest in an inverted position before eventually sinking into the water.
Despite the severity of the impact and the subsequent submersion of the aircraft, the pilot, who was the only person on board, managed to exit the plane without sustaining any injuries. The aircraft itself sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
Investigations into the accident determined that the aircraft nosed over during the landing sequence because the pilot failed to retract the landing gear. Additionally, reports indicated that the crew member did not utilize the required checklist during the flight operations.