Fatal aircraft accident near Red Lake, Ontario

2 fatalities • Red Lake, Canada • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Bruce Channel during a flight from Red Lake, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

On a flight departing from the Red Lake Seaplane base, a twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Bruce Channel, situated between McKenzie Island and Cochenour. The flight was intended to transport passengers from the base to a tourist camp located to the north of Red Lake. The departure occurred at 17:27 local time under challenging meteorological conditions, characterized by rain showers and wind.

Shortly after the aircraft left the airfield, it impacted the water in the channel. The impact caused the aircraft to sink beneath the surface. There were two fatalities recorded in the accident, as both the pilot and the passenger perished in the crash.

Findings

  • The flight was conducted during periods of marginal weather involving wind and precipitation.
  • The accident occurred during the initial phase of flight following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft crashed into the Bruce Channel during flight in marginal weather conditions involving rain and wind.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-05-30 Beechcraft D18 accident near Red Lake, Canada?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the Bruce Channel during a flight from Red Lake, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-05-30 Beechcraft D18 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-05-30 involved a Beechcraft D18, registration C-FWWV, operated by First Air Service, at Red Lake, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft crashed into the Bruce Channel during flight in marginal weather conditions involving rain and wind.

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