Fatal Firefighting Crash at Jarvis Lake (CF-FFY)

Incident Overview and Context The accident occurred during a firefighting operation conducted on behalf of the BC Forest Service at Jarvis Lake. The aircraft was operating at low height when it struck trees and crashed. ## Casualties Both pilots, Thomas Swanson and Tom Worley, were killed in the crash. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause as misjudgement of altitude on the part of the crew. No other details regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or specific location beyond Jarvis Lake are provided in the source material. ## Safety Implications The incident highlights the risks associated with low-altitude operations in firefighting missions, particularly the importance of accurate altitude assessment in challenging operational environments.