Cargo aircraft crash in Lake Ontario near Olcott

1 fatality • Olcott, United States of America • Flight

A twin-engine cargo flight traveling from Oshawa to Buffalo crashed into Lake Ontario, resulting in the disappearance of the pilot.

What happened

A cargo operation flying from Oshawa toward Buffalo ended in an accident over Lake Ontario. While operating a twin engine airplane, the aircraft went down in the waters near Olcott, New York. Following the incident, search efforts identified small amounts of wreckage scattered across the area, though these were difficult to locate due to intense sea conditions. Despite the recovery of some debris, there was no trace found of the pilot.

Findings

Official investigations into the crash concluded that the specific reason for the accident remains undetermined. Because there was a significant lack of physical evidence available from the wreckage or the site, investigators were unable to establish the precise circumstances that led to the aircraft's impact with the water.

Probable cause

The exact cause of the accident could not be established due to insufficient evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1977-12-22 Cessna 404 Titan accident near Olcott, United States of America?

A twin-engine cargo flight traveling from Oshawa to Buffalo crashed into Lake Ontario, resulting in the disappearance of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 1977-12-22 Cessna 404 Titan accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1977-12-22 involved a Cessna 404 Titan, registration N404SA, operated by Skyline Aviation (USA), at Olcott, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact cause of the accident could not be established due to insufficient evidence.

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