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Controlled Flight Into Terrain After Departure from Anaktuvuk Pass (N1707U)

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On April 27, 1976, a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair (registration N1707U) operated by Frontier Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Anaktuvuk Pass, United States of America in flight. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Controlled flight into terrain during normal cruise after the pilot initiated flight in adverse weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

Shortly after departing Anaktuvuk Pass Airstrip, a single-engine airplane struck the ground and crashed in poor weather, killing all five occupants. The official probable cause was controlled flight into terrain after the pilot initiated flight in adverse conditions.

Accident

Minutes after departing Anaktuvuk Pass Airstrip, a single-engine airplane was cruising in poor weather conditions when it struck the ground and crashed. The aircraft was destroyed, and all five occupants were killed. The flight was conducted on behalf of Wien Air Alaska.

Probable Cause

The official probable cause of the accident was controlled flight into terrain during normal cruise after the pilot initiated flight in adverse weather conditions.

Contributing Factors

The following contributing factors were reported: low ceiling, snow, whiteout conditions, weather slightly worse than forecast, overcast, visibility of 1/2 mile or less, blowing snow, weather conditions below minimums, and the pilot had just flown through the same weather.

Controlled flight into terrain

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Apr 1976 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident near Anaktuvuk Pass, United States of America?

Shortly after departing Anaktuvuk Pass Airstrip, a single-engine airplane struck the ground and crashed in poor weather, killing all five occupants. The official probable cause was controlled flight into terrain after the pilot initiated flight in adverse conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Apr 1976 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Apr 1976 involved a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair, registration N1707U, operated by Frontier Flying Service, at Anaktuvuk Pass, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Controlled flight into terrain during normal cruise after the pilot initiated flight in adverse weather conditions.

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