RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1, a 15ft propeller motor vessel (airboat) bearing FL 1703NX, was executing a turn to starboard while being operated by Operator 1.  According to statements, the operator was operating the 15ft airboat at a speed of approximately 20mph when he conducted a turn to starboard. The operator stated that his vessel struck a tree stump, on the port side, when he made the starboard turn. The operator advised that upon impact with the stump, he fell over into the boat causing minor injuries. The occupant fell out of the boat sustaining injuries to his legs, arms, and head. The occupant was air lifted to Kendall Regional hospital where his injuries were addressed by medical staff. He suffered broken bones, and a head injury. The operator was released from the scene with vessel 1 in tow. The only damage noted as a result of the accident was to vessel 1, on the port side. That damage was photographed and documented at the scene.  No citations were issued.
  
  On 11-23-18, I contacted the operator, via phone, who informed me of the following: He and the occupant were doing fine. He said that the occupant was released from the hospital on that Wednesday following the accident. The operator advised that the occupant healed from his injuries and had returned to doing normal activities.
  