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Emergency Landing in Fjord Near Narsarsuaq (N6PC)

Narsarsuaq, GreenlandLanding (descent or approach)

On January 26, 1972, a Beechcraft 65 Queen Air (registration N6PC) operated by Colman & Eckert was involved in an aviation accident near Narsarsuaq, Greenland during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered N6PC
Aircraft registered N6PC. Photo: Pedro Aragão / CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

An aircraft approaching Narsarsuaq from the US made an emergency landing in a nearby fjord. Both occupants were rescued hours later with cold-related injuries, and the aircraft was written off.

Incident Overview During an approach to Narsarsuaq on a flight originating from the United States, the crew initiated an emergency landing for an unspecified reason. The aircraft crash-landed and came to rest in a fjord located a few kilometers from the airport. ## Rescue and Outcome Both occupants were rescued several hours after the incident. They sustained injuries attributed to exposure to negative temperatures. The aircraft was declared a total loss and written off. ## Investigation Status The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or the cause of the emergency landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Jan 1972 Beechcraft 65 Queen Air accident near Narsarsuaq, Greenland?

An aircraft approaching Narsarsuaq from the US made an emergency landing in a nearby fjord. Both occupants were rescued hours later with cold-related injuries, and the aircraft was written off.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Jan 1972 Beechcraft 65 Queen Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Jan 1972 involved a Beechcraft 65 Queen Air, registration N6PC, operated by Colman & Eckert, at Narsarsuaq, Greenland.

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