Air Tractor AT802-A crash near Cold Lake, Alberta

1 fatality • Cold Lake, Canada

A Conair Group aircraft crashed into terrain during firefighting operations in Alberta, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

On May 22, 2015, at 16:30 mountain daylight time, an Air Tractor AT802-A, registration C-FDHV, crashed near Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada. The aircraft, operated by the Conair Group Inc., was engaged in firefighting operations at the time of the accident. The flight had originated from Lac la Biche, Alberta.

The collision with terrain occurred under unknown circumstances, and the aircraft was destroyed. The pilot sustained 1 fatal injury.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident is undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 May 2015 AIR TRACTOR AT802-A accident near Cold Lake, Canada?

A Conair Group aircraft crashed into terrain during firefighting operations in Alberta, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 May 2015 AIR TRACTOR AT802-A accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 May 2015 involved a AIR TRACTOR AT802-A, operated by Conair Group, at Cold Lake, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident is undetermined.

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