Engine failure leads to aircraft crash in Ross Lake

No fatalities • Flin Flon, Canada

An aircraft crashed into Ross Lake near Flin Flon following a mechanical failure of one of its engines.

What happened

During a flight near the Flin Flon region, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of power due to an engine malfunction. Following this mechanical issue, the aircraft descended and impacted the surface of Ross Lake.

Despite the impact with the water, there were no fatalities and no injuries were reported among those on board. The incident occurred during the flight phase involving an active engine failure, resulting in the loss of the airframe in the lake waters.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor leading to the crash was an engine failure.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed following the failure of an engine.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1952-08-15 Avro 652 Anson accident near Flin Flon, Canada?

An aircraft crashed into Ross Lake near Flin Flon following a mechanical failure of one of its engines.

Were there any fatalities in the 1952-08-15 Avro 652 Anson accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1952-08-15 involved a Avro 652 Anson, registration CF-EJX, operated by Austin Airways, at Flin Flon, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed following the failure of an engine.

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