On December 14, 2013, a Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II (registration C-GFMX) operated by Hutch Air was involved in an aviation accident near Tofino, Canada during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft crashed on Vargas Island during its approach to Tofino Airport, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.
What happened
A twin-engine aircraft was conducting a flight from Abbotsford toward Tofino when the accident occurred. While the crew was performing an approach to Tofino Airport on Vancouver Island, the aircraft struck the ground on Vargas Island, located just off the coast of Tofino.
Search efforts located the burnt wreckage of the plane the day after the impact. There were two fatalities recorded in the incident, involving both individuals on board the aircraft.
Findings
Investigation details regarding the specific mechanical or operational failures leading to the impact were not provided, though the aircraft struck the ground during the approach phase of the flight.
