What happened
The incident occurred when a twin-engine aircraft was conducting an approach to Island Lake Airport, also known as Stevenson Island. During this phase of flight, the aircraft descended below the intended glide path or encountered unexpected conditions, resulting in it striking the surface of a frozen lake located near Garden Hill.
The impact caused significant damage to the airframe. Despite the severity of the crash, the pilot survived the event but sustained slight injuries. The aircraft itself was damaged beyond repair, necessitating its total loss.
Findings
The primary factor in this accident was the premature or uncontrolled descent of the twin-engine aircraft onto the frozen lake surface during the approach phase. The specific mechanical or environmental causes leading to the loss of control or altitude are not detailed in the source material, but the outcome was a fatal crash for the airframe and minor injury to the pilot.