Beech King Air B100 crash after takeoff in Abbotsford, Canada

No fatalities • Abbotsford, Canada

A twin-engine turboprop aircraft crashed shortly after departing Abbotsford International Airport, resulting in several injuries.

What happened

On February 23, 2018, at approximately 12:04 Pacific standard time, a Beech King Air B100, registration C-GIAE, crashed shortly after takeoff from Abbotsford International Airport in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. The aircraft, operated by Island Express Air Inc, was performing a flight from Abbotsford to San Bernardino Airport in California.

Of the ten people on board, the pilot and four passengers sustained 5 serious injuries, while five other passengers sustained 5 minor injuries. There were 0 fatalities. The aircraft suffered substantial damage to its wings, fuselage, and empennage.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Feb 2018 Beech B100 accident near Abbotsford, Canada?

A twin-engine turboprop aircraft crashed shortly after departing Abbotsford International Airport, resulting in several injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Feb 2018 Beech B100 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Feb 2018 involved a Beech B100, operated by Island Express Air Inc, at Abbotsford, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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