On December 6, 1953, an Avro 652 Anson (registration CF-ESB) operated by Mannix was involved in an aviation accident near Manuan Lake, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft crashed into Manuan Lake while flying through a snowstorm. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into Manuan Lake, Quebec, while operating in heavy snow conditions; all three people on board were successfully rescued.
What happened
During an flight through a severe snowstorm, a twin engine aircraft went down in the waters of Manuan Lake, located in Quebec. The incident occurred while the aircraft was navigating difficult weather conditions characterized by heavy snowfall.
Following the impact with the lake, emergency responders were able to locate the wreckage. All three occupants on board the aircraft were recovered from the site without loss of life.
Findings
The aircraft was operating in a snowstorm at the time of the accident.
The crash resulted in no fatalities among the crew and passengers.
Probable cause
The aircraft crashed into Manuan Lake while flying through a snowstorm.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 6 Dec 1953 Avro 652 Anson accident near Manuan Lake, Canada?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into Manuan Lake, Quebec, while operating in heavy snow conditions; all three people on board were successfully rescued.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Dec 1953 Avro 652 Anson accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Dec 1953 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration CF-ESB, operated by Mannix, at Manuan Lake, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft crashed into Manuan Lake while flying through a snowstorm.
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