# NTSB Accident ANC24LA060
> **DE HAVILLAND DHC2** · 2024-07-02 · Susitna, AK, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ANC24LA060
- **Event ID:** 20240703194608
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2024-07-02
- **Location:** Susitna, AK, USA
- **Coordinates:** 61.411752, -150.59147
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** DE HAVILLAND
- **Model:** DHC2
- **Registration:** N6LU
- **FAR Part:** 135
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable takeoff area, resulting in the floats contacting the shallow river bottom during takeoff, and a subsequent loss of control.

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