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Collision between Floatplane and Water Taxi in Tofino Harbour

and, CA

On October 18, 2021, a de Havilland DHC-2 MK. I (Beaver), C-FMXR operated by Tofino Air was involved in an aviation accident near and, CA. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB).

Sourcesthe Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB)Primary reportUpdated 2026-10-18Data APIEditorial standards

On 18 October 2021, a DHC-2 Beaver floatplane and the water taxi Rocky Pass collided near First Street dock in Tofino harbour. The aircraft inverted; all occupants evacuated, with three aircraft passengers and one vessel passenger sustaining minor injuries.

Occurrence

On 18 October 2021 at 1637 Pacific Daylight Time, a float-equipped de Havilland DHC-2 MK. I (Beaver) aircraft operated by Tofino Air and a water taxi known as the Rocky Pass collided in the vicinity of the First Street dock in the Tofino harbour, British Columbia.

Injuries and Damage

The aircraft was substantially damaged. Within 2 minutes and 30 seconds of the collision, it became inverted with only the floats above the water surface. The 5 passengers and pilot on board the aircraft were able to safely egress. Three of the aircraft passengers received minor injuries. The vessel sustained minor damage, and 1 passenger on it received minor injuries. There was no pollution.

Aftermath

The emergency locator transmitter (ELT) on the aircraft did not transmit a signal. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada conducted a class 3 investigation, focusing on a limited number of safety issues. Following the occurrence, a Marine Transportation Safety Letter (01/22) regarding safe speed for vessels in Tofino Harbour was issued on 2022-02-08.

Midair collision

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Oct 2021 de Havilland DHC-2 MK. I (Beaver), C-FMXR accident near and, CA?

On 18 October 2021, a DHC-2 Beaver floatplane and the water taxi Rocky Pass collided near First Street dock in Tofino harbour. The aircraft inverted; all occupants evacuated, with three aircraft passengers and one vessel passenger sustaining minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Oct 2021 de Havilland DHC-2 MK. I (Beaver), C-FMXR accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Oct 2021 involved a de Havilland DHC-2 MK. I (Beaver), C-FMXR, operated by Tofino Air, at and, CA.

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