On January 19, 2017, a Cessna 172, C-GZXB operated by Victoria Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Duncan Aerodrome, British Columbia, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Operational factors and pilot decision-making contributed to the collision. This summary draws on records from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB).
On 19 January 2017, a Victoria Flying Club Cessna 172 on a training flight struck power lines and crashed near Runway 31 at Duncan Airport, British Columbia. The instructor sustained serious injuries and the student pilot minor injuries.
Occurrence
On 19 January 2017, a Victoria Flying Club Cessna 172 was conducting a training flight with one student pilot and one instructor on board. The flight departed from Victoria Airport, British Columbia. During the flight, the aircraft struck power lines and crashed off the north end of Runway 31 at Duncan Airport, British Columbia. The instructor sustained serious injuries, and the student pilot sustained minor injuries. The aircraft was operated by Victoria Flying Club.
Investigation
The investigation was classified as a Class 3 investigation, which analyzes a small number of safety issues and may result in recommendations. Class 3 investigations are generally completed within 450 days. According to a news release issued on 13 February 2018, operational factors and pilot decision-making contributed to the collision with trees and power lines at Duncan Aerodrome.
Probable cause
Operational factors and pilot decision-making contributed to the collision.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 19 Jan 2017 Cessna 172, C-GZXB accident near Duncan Aerodrome, British Columbia, CA?
On 19 January 2017, a Victoria Flying Club Cessna 172 on a training flight struck power lines and crashed near Runway 31 at Duncan Airport, British Columbia. The instructor sustained serious injuries and the student pilot minor injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Jan 2017 Cessna 172, C-GZXB accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Jan 2017 involved a Cessna 172, C-GZXB, operated by Victoria Flying Club, at Duncan Aerodrome, British Columbia, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Operational factors and pilot decision-making contributed to the collision.
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