The amphibious airplane was substantially damaged at about 1600 Central time when it nosed over while performing a water landing. The pilot sustained minor injuries; the passenger was fatally injured. Visual conditions prevailed. According to the pilot, the airplane touched down “with no skips or bounces” and quickly nosed over and began to fill with water. The pilot attempted to kick the doors open, but was unable. When asked about the position of the landing gear before landing, the pilot responded he did not remember. A witness observed the airplane flipping over and reported that approximately two minutes later she could only see the wheels and the bottom of the airplane extending out of the water.
March 18, 2010, Lewisville, Texas, Maule M-5-235C
The amphibious airplane was substantially damaged at about 1600 Central time when it nosed over while performing a water landing. The pilot sustained minor injuries; the passenger was fatally injured. Visual conditions prevailed.
Key Takeaways:
- An amphibious airplane nosed over during a water landing, resulting in the fatal injury of a passenger and minor injuries to the pilot.
- The pilot reported the airplane quickly nosed over upon touchdown and couldn't recall the landing gear's position before landing.
- A witness observed the plane flip and within two minutes, only the wheels and underside were visible above the water, indicating a rapid sinking.
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