No fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash in Fort Simpson (CF-ZWF)

Fort Simpson, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On April 18, 1975, a Britten-Norman Islander (registration CF-ZWF) operated by Mackenzie Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Fort Simpson, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Double engine failure due to fuel exhaustion. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine airplane crashed in a wooded area shortly after takeoff from Fort Simpson Airport due to a double engine failure caused by fuel exhaustion. The aircraft was destroyed, but there were no casualties.

Incident Overview and Location Details A twin-engine airplane experienced a serious incident shortly after departing from Fort Simpson Airport. The aircraft encountered difficulties in gaining altitude and subsequently struck trees before stalling and crashing into a wooded area. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair. Notably, the accident did not result in any casualties. ## Official Findings and Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the accident was the consequence of a double engine failure. The specific cause of this failure was identified as fuel exhaustion. This finding highlights the critical importance of fuel management and pre-flight checks in aviation safety.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Apr 1975 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Fort Simpson, Canada?

A twin-engine airplane crashed in a wooded area shortly after takeoff from Fort Simpson Airport due to a double engine failure caused by fuel exhaustion. The aircraft was destroyed, but there were no casualties.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Apr 1975 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Apr 1975 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration CF-ZWF, operated by Mackenzie Air Service, at Fort Simpson, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Double engine failure due to fuel exhaustion