What happened
During a cargo operation departing from Frobisher Bay Airport, an aircraft entered a critical flight phase immediately following departure. While the plane was performing its initial climb, it transitioned into a nose-up attitude. This change in pitch led to an aerodynamic stall, causing the aircraft to descend rapidly and impact the sea.
There were three fatalities among the crew members on board during the accident. The flight was being operated as a cargo mission at the time of the crash.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified that the unsecured cargo shifted within the aircraft following rotation. This movement of weight disrupted the stability of the plane, directly leading to the stall and subsequent impact.