On December 16, 1986, a Cessna 411 (registration C-GQSP) operated by Whitby Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Oshawa, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered a stall during the approach to the airport, leading to a loss of control and subsequent collision with a building. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane stalled during its approach to Oshawa Airport, resulting in a collision with a residential building.
What happened
During the final approach phase toward Oshawa Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall. This loss of lift caused the plane to descend uncontrollably, ultimately striking a house located near the airfield.
While the impact was significant enough to cause structural damage to the residence, there were no injuries reported among the occupants of the home. The two individuals on board the aircraft, consisting of the pilot and a second crew member, sustained serious injuries during the crash event.
Findings
Preliminary details indicate that the primary factor leading to the impact was an aerodynamic stall occurring while the flight was in its approach phase.
Probable cause
The aircraft entered a stall during the approach to the airport, leading to a loss of control and subsequent collision with a building.