Occurrence Details
On 8 June 2024, a DHC-2 MK I Beaver, operated by Harbour Air Limited, was conducting a local sightseeing flight from Vancouver Harbour Water Aerodrome, British Columbia. The aircraft carried one pilot and five passengers. During takeoff, the aircraft collided with a pleasure craft that had one driver and seven passengers. Both the aircraft and the pleasure craft were substantially damaged. Shortly after the collision, the aircraft began to sink.
Aftermath
The pilot and all passengers on the aircraft were able to exit the aircraft. Occupants of both the aircraft and the pleasure craft were assisted to shore by first responders. No additional details regarding injuries or fatalities are provided in the source.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) deployed a team of investigators to Coal Harbour in Vancouver, British Columbia, on the day of the occurrence. The investigation is classified as a Class 3 investigation, which typically analyzes a small number of safety issues and may result in recommendations. Class 3 investigations are generally completed within 450 days. The TSB is gathering information and assessing the occurrence.