Single-engine aircraft accident near Mount Llangorse

3 fatalities • Mt Llangorse, Canada • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during a flight from Atlin to Smithers, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

During a flight traveling from Atlin toward Smithers, a single-engine aircraft encountered difficult weather conditions while cruising. During this period of marginal visibility and marginal weather, the aircraft impacted the slope of Mt Llangorse.

There were three fatalities recorded as a result of the impact. The aircraft was operating in a region characterized by challenging meteorological conditions at the time of the accident.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in marginal weather conditions during the cruise phase.
  • The aircraft struck the terrain of a mountain slope.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountainside while flying through marginal weather conditions.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1990-05-04 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident near Mt Llangorse, Canada?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside during a flight from Atlin to Smithers, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1990-05-04 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1990-05-04 involved a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair, registration C-FBHN, operated by Summit Air Charters, at Mt Llangorse, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountainside while flying through marginal weather conditions.

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