Fatal aircraft accident near Taylor, British Columbia

2 fatalities • Taylor, Canada • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after departing an airstrip near Taylor, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred in the vicinity of Taylor, British Columbia, approximately 15 km southeast of Fort St John. The incident involved a single-engine aircraft that departed from a grass-surface airstrip located on the outskirts of the town. Shortly after the takeoff phase, the aircraft impacted an open field.

Upon impact, the aircraft caught fire, and the resulting blaze completely destroyed the airframe. There were two fatalities recorded during the accident, involving both occupants of the plane.

Findings

  • The aircraft was consumed by a post-crash fire.
  • The accident took place during the initial climb/takeoff phase of flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2015-10-16 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident near Taylor, Canada?

A single-engine aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after departing an airstrip near Taylor, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2015-10-16 Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2015-10-16 involved a Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair, registration C-GNVZ, operated by Chapman Corporate Air Services, at Taylor, Canada.

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