No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash shortly after takeoff from Ottawa (CF-CAR)

Ottawa-Macdonald-Cartier, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On June 28, 1931, an Avro 616 Avian IVM (registration CF-CAR) operated by Ottawa Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Ottawa-Macdonald-Cartier, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-27Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine airplane crashed for unknown reasons shortly after departing Ottawa Airport, resulting in injuries to both crew members and total loss of the airframe.

What happened

The incident occurred immediately following departure from Ottawa Airport. The aircraft, identified as a single-engine airplane, experienced a crash during the initial climb phase. No specific registration number was provided in the available records. Both individuals on board sustained injuries, and the airframe was destroyed in the accident.

Findings

The official investigation has not yet determined a definitive cause for the event. Current reports indicate that the reasons behind the crash remain unknown. Consequently, no specific contributing factors or mechanical failures have been confirmed at this stage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jun 1931 Avro 616 Avian IVM accident near Ottawa-Macdonald-Cartier, Canada?

A single-engine airplane crashed for unknown reasons shortly after departing Ottawa Airport, resulting in injuries to both crew members and total loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jun 1931 Avro 616 Avian IVM accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jun 1931 involved an Avro 616 Avian IVM, registration CF-CAR, operated by Ottawa Flying Club, at Ottawa-Macdonald-Cartier, Canada.