2 fatalities

Engine Failure and Stall Precede Fatal Crash Near Calgary Airport (CF-XEC)

Calgary, CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 6, 1969, a Cessna 421A Golden Eagle I (registration CF-XEC) operated by Private Canada was involved in an aviation accident near Calgary, Canada during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure. Pilot failed to maintain flying speed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

After an engine failure, a pilot continued flying but later stalled and crashed while diverting to Calgary Airport, killing both occupants.

Accident Overview

An aircraft crashed in a field while on final approach to Calgary Airport, resulting in the deaths of both occupants. The accident occurred after the pilot reported an engine failure and subsequently lost flying speed, leading to a stall.

Flight History

Approximately six minutes after departing from Edmonton Airport, the pilot informed air traffic control of an engine failure. Despite the failure, the pilot chose to continue the flight rather than return to Edmonton. Later, when the aircraft could not maintain the prescribed altitude, the pilot decided to divert to Calgary Airport for a safe landing. However, while on final approach, the airplane lost speed, stalled, and crashed in a field.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined the probable cause to be engine failure and the pilot's failure to maintain flying speed.