Aircraft crash on Victoria Island resulting in four fatalities

4 fatalities • Blinkhorn Point (Victoria Island), Canada • Flight

A twin-engine airplane crashed into hilly terrain at Blinkhorn Point, Victoria Island, during a flight from Comox to Port Hardy.

What happened

During a flight traveling from Comox toward Port Hardy, a twin engine airplane encountered severe weather conditions characterized by dense fog and restricted visibility. While navigating through the area, the aircraft made contact with treetops before impacting the hilly landscape of Blinkhorn Point on Victoria Island.

The accident resulted in four fatalities among the passengers. Additionally, five other occupants sustained injuries during the impact.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor was controlled flight into terrain.

Probable cause

The aircraft flew into rising terrain while operating in low-visibility conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1979-09-18 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Blinkhorn Point (Victoria Island), Canada?

A twin-engine airplane crashed into hilly terrain at Blinkhorn Point, Victoria Island, during a flight from Comox to Port Hardy.

Were there any fatalities in the 1979-09-18 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1979-09-18 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration C-FZVV, operated by Pacific Coastal Airlines - PCA, at Blinkhorn Point (Victoria Island), Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?