On 08/31/2012, at about 3:00 pm, operator was operating his 1995, 9' Arctic Cat PWC heading south along the western shoreline of Spanaway Lake.  Operator was not sure of his speed but one witness described it as "too fast".  As the vessel approached the dock where he lives, Operator realized he was going too fast.  He then turned the vessel to avoid striking the dock and leaned over hard to the left (like he does on his motorcycle).  He then "pinned" the throttle.  The vessel then aerated the pump losing its ability to maneuver.  The vessel turned to port slightly but slammed into the corner of the dock amidships.  Operator had the helm turned hard to the left.   

Operator's stomach slammed into the helm and his face then struck the other side of the helm.  He sustained a broken nose.   

Operator was wearing a PFD.  Alcohol did not appear to be a factor.  The PWC sustained an estimated $2000 in damages - a total loss

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