Grumman G-21A terrain collision near Alice Lake

5 fatalities • Port Hardy, Canada

A Grumman G-21A crashed into terrain near Alice Lake, British Columbia, resulting in five fatalities.

What happened

On August 3, 2008, at approximately 0700 Pacific daylight time, a Grumman G-21A, registered as C-GPCD, departed from Port Hardy, British Columbia, Canada. The aircraft, operated by Pacific Coastal Airlines Ltd., was en route to Chamiss Bay, Vancouver Island.

During the flight, the airplane collided with terrain in the vicinity of Alice Lake on Vancouver Island. The accident resulted in 5 fatal injuries, 1 serious injury, and 1 minor injury.

Probable cause

Not provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Aug 2008 GRUMMAN G-21A accident near Port Hardy, Canada?

A Grumman G-21A crashed into terrain near Alice Lake, British Columbia, resulting in five fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Aug 2008 GRUMMAN G-21A accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Aug 2008 involved a GRUMMAN G-21A, operated by Pacific Coastal Airlines Ltd., at Port Hardy, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not provided in the source material.

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