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Aircraft Crash at Seattle-Boeing Field Due to Engine Failure (CF-RQL)

Seattle-Boeing Field, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 5, 1968, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration CF-RQL) operated by Island Airlines (Canada) was involved in an aviation accident near Seattle-Boeing Field, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure, mismanagement of fuel, fuel starvation, checklist not followed, and fuel selector on nose tank. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in a parking lot near Seattle-Boeing Field after both engines failed on final approach, destroying the plane and seven cars.

Incident Overview During final approach to Seattle-Boeing Field, an aircraft experienced a dual engine failure. The plane lost altitude, struck electrical wires, and crashed into a parking lot, where it caught fire. The pilot sustained injuries, and the aircraft was destroyed along with seven parked cars. ## Probable Cause The official investigation identified the probable causes as engine failure, mismanagement of fuel, fuel starvation, failure to follow the checklist, and the fuel selector being set to the nose tank. No specific aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or location beyond the airport and parking lot was provided in the source.

Engine failureFuel exhaustion & starvation

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Dec 1968 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Seattle-Boeing Field, United States of America?

An aircraft crashed in a parking lot near Seattle-Boeing Field after both engines failed on final approach, destroying the plane and seven cars.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Dec 1968 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Dec 1968 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration CF-RQL, operated by Island Airlines (Canada), at Seattle-Boeing Field, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure, mismanagement of fuel, fuel starvation, checklist not followed, and fuel selector on nose tank.

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