DATE OF INCIDENT:  4/11/2026

DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT:

During takeoff, the aircraft pitched abruptly forward and nosed over into the water.

DATE OF LAST INSPECTION:  3/28/26

AIRCRAFT: 1956 DeHavilland DHC-3 Otter  N708KA   S/N: 59   TT:  21,833  CYCLES:  16,049

ENGINE:  Pratt & Whitney  MODEL: PT6A-34A  S/N: PCE-52614  TT: 9,619  TSMOH: 5,810  CYCLES: 16,049

PROPELLER:  Hartzell   MODEL:  HC-B3TN-3DY   S/N:  BUA22120    TT:  9,029   TSMOH:  1,102

AVIONICS / EQUIPMENT:  See Photos

Airspeed

Altimeter

Aspen EFD 1000

Bendix/King KY 96A TSO

Davtron M800

EI MVP-50 MFD

Fusion MS-RA70

Garmin GTN 650 WAAS

Garmin GTX 330 ES ADS-B/Out

PS Engineering PMA 8000G

Turn Coordinator

Vertical Speed

DESCRIPTION OF DAMAGE:  See Photos

Prop strike

Fuselage

Wings

Wing tips

Landing gear

Belly

Floats

Nose

Tail

LH Door

LH aileron

Flaps

REMARKS:

Logbooks - We digitize ALL logbooks available, if it's not digitized then it's not available unless otherwise noted.

Wings are attached

EDO 7490 amphibious floats    Manufacturer: Bristol Aero Industries Limited    Model: 324 7490

LH Serial # CA 2731

RH Serial # CA 2732

This aircraft is 1 of 466 built.  Per the FAA website, there are only 56 registered aircrafts remaining in the US

Rare turbine-powered configuration (STC is included in documents)

EDO 7490 amphibious floats, allowing unrestricted water and runway operations

Exceptional short takeoff and landing performance with substantial payload capability

LOCATION OF SALVAGE:   Key West, FL

SALVAGE MAY BE INSPECTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL: Salvage@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com

Bidding Instructions:

Buyer Transaction Fee:  No Buyer Fee on this aircraft

This is a “Sealed Bid” Auction

1. Click on Submit Sealed Bid, complete and Send

                 -or-

2. Print or complete the PDF in “Additional Documents” (under pictures) named “Salvage Bid Request N*****” and email to Bid@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com

Details of Sales

  NOTICES & RESTRICTIONS

By submitting a bid, buyer understands that aircraft details are provided as best to our ability often through logbooks.  Buyer acknowledges that they have had the opportunity to inspect and evaluate the aircraft salvage before submitting bid.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to verify the current condition of the salvage prior to bidding.   In most cases the aircraft has been disassembled to facilitate movement into a storage facility.

Underwriters Salvage Company cannot guarantee that all logs or records for any item are 100% complete or accurate.

All items are sold “AS IS – WHERE IS” with no exceptions and with no refunds.  Underwriters Salvage Company makes no express or implied warranties as to condition, fitness for purpose, value, airworthiness, operation, or performance of any kind whatsoever with respect to the sale of any item.  Underwriters Salvage Company will not be responsible for the storage, safety or security of any item once released to the buyer. 

After the lot closes, the Seller will decide either to accept or reject the high offer.   A Seller award decision is expected within ~10 business days of the close date and you will be notified with instructions.

Condition of Salvage – By purchasing this salvage this sale is on an as-is, where-is, all faults basis.  There are no warranties, express or implied, of any nature.  The seller and Underwriters Salvage Company, Inc. completely disclaim and successful bidder waives any liability in tort or warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.  The successful bidder bears all risks regarding the condition, usability, workability and operability of all of the salvage.  The successful bidder agrees that it will comply with all state and federal regulations regarding transporting, handling, sale, disposal or any use whatsoever of the salvage and will indemnify the seller, its consignor and their insurers from any claims, damages, expenses, legal fees or fines sought by any third party in connection with the transporting, sale, disposal or use of the salvage once it is purchased.  The successful bidder releases Underwriters Salvage Company, Inc., the broker, the seller, the consignor, as well as the storage facility, the airport, the landlord, or tenant, where the salvage may be stored, from any and all claims, or lawsuits by the undersigned relating in any manner to the referenced salvage.  The successful bidder disclaims, waives and agrees to save and hold harmless, and to defend those on whose behalf this release is issued from any and all actions, claims, or lawsuits that may arise as a result of the salvage by the successful bidder.  This release, disclaimer, waiver and agreement to save, hold harmless and defend, is also intended to bind the purchaser's successors, spouse, children, heirs, business associates and the undersigned's insurance carriers.

Aircraft and Components - The successful bidder acknowledges and agrees that aircraft and their components are governed by FAA Regulations and requirements pertaining to resale and/or return to service. Successful bidder will comply, or contract for compliance, with all FAA Regulations and requirements (including inspections and log book entries by FAA licensed individuals or entities) before return of aircraft or components to service.

   PAYMENT DETAILS

• Within 7 days after bid award, the buyer must submit full payment, including applicable taxes and fees
• Payment can be made by wire transfer (recommended).  
• All bids are binding and cannot be retracted. 
• Buyer is responsible to contact and make arrangements with the storage facility for pickup within 10 business days of the Buyer Award.

     TRANSACTION FEE

Buyer Transaction Fee:  No Fee for this Aircraft

  PICKUP TERMS

Failure to follow these terms may result in the seller turning away the attempt of your driver to pick up the purchased item(s).
Hours: Buyer must contact location at least 24 hours prior to arrival to make load out
Buyer must contact storage facility to make arrangements for pickup and loading assistance. 
Driver MUST bring a copy of Item Release.

  QUESTIONS

Support is available 8am-5pm (Eastern Time)

Phone:  Underwriters Salvage Company @ 770-588-1456

Email:  Bid@UnderwritersSalvageCompany.com