3 fatalities

17 Aug 2018: Cessna U206 G — Simpson Air (1981) Limited — Fort Simpson, Canada

Fort Simpson, Canada

On 17 Aug 2018, a Cessna U206 G operated by Simpson Air (1981) Limited was involved in an aviation accident near Fort Simpson, Canada. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On August 17, 2018, a Cessna U206G (C-FNEQ) nosed over while landing at Little Doctor Lake near Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, Canada. The pilot and one passenger sustained minor injuries; three passengers sustained fatal injuries.

Accident Overview

At approximately 0035 Coordinated Universal Time on August 17, 2018, a Cessna U206G amphibious float-equipped airplane, registration C-FNEQ, nosed over during a landing at Little Doctor Lake, near Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, Canada.

Occupants and Injuries

Of the five individuals on board, the pilot and one passenger sustained minor injuries. Three passengers sustained fatal injuries.

Investigation

The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) of Canada is conducting the investigation into the accident. As the State of Manufacture of the airplane and engine, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States has designated a U.S. accredited representative to assist the TSB in its investigation.

Inquiries regarding this accident should be directed to the Transportation Safety Board of Canada at: 200 Promenade du Portage, Place du Centre, 4th Floor, Hull, Quebec K1A 1K8, Canada. Website: http://www.tsb.gc.ca