On April 7, 1951, an Avro 652 Anson (registration CF-GSA) operated by Eastern Provincial Airways - EPA was involved in an aviation accident near Millertown Junction, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft broke through the frozen surface of the lake during its landing sequence. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine aircraft crashed through the surface of an icy lake during landing near Millertown Junction, resulting in injuries to the crew.
What happened
During an attempt to land on a frozen lake situated in the vicinity of Millertown Junction, a twin engine aircraft struck the ice with enough force to break through the surface. The impact caused the plane to submerge into the water, leading to the total loss of the airframe.
While the descent ended in the water, the occupants survived the incident. The flight involved two injuries sustained by the crew members during the event.
Findings
The surface conditions of the lake were noted as being icy at the time of the accident.
The structural failure of the ice was the primary factor that led to the aircraft sinking.
Probable cause
The aircraft broke through the frozen surface of the lake during its landing sequence.
What happened in the 7 Apr 1951 Avro 652 Anson accident near Millertown Junction, Canada?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed through the surface of an icy lake during landing near Millertown Junction, resulting in injuries to the crew.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Apr 1951 Avro 652 Anson accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Apr 1951 involved an Avro 652 Anson, registration CF-GSA, operated by Eastern Provincial Airways - EPA, at Millertown Junction, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft broke through the frozen surface of the lake during its landing sequence.
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