Occurrence Details
On 19 July 2025, a float-equipped De Havilland DHC-2 Mk. I (Beaver) operated by Air Tunilik Inc. departed Poisson Blanc Lake, Quebec, on a visual flight rules (VFR) day flight to Evans Lake, Quebec. The aircraft carried one pilot and four passengers.
Shortly after takeoff, the engine lost power following a reduction in airspeed. The pilot attempted to land on the remaining portion of the lake. The water surface was glassy due to the absence of wind. During the landing attempt, the right wing stalled and the aircraft impacted the lake surface in a nose-down attitude to the right.
Emergency Response
All five occupants were able to evacuate the aircraft and swim to the eastern shore of the lake. One passenger received minor injuries. The aircraft sustained substantial damage. The emergency locator transmitter (ELT) activated.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is conducting a class 4 investigation. As a limited-scope investigation, the final report will contain limited analysis and will not include findings or recommendations.