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Aviation Accident in Poor Weather Over Chute-des-Passes (CF-FBJ)

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On June 20, 1966, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration CF-FBJ) operated by Nordair was involved in an aviation accident near Péribonka Lake, Canada in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the accident could not be determined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft lost control in poor weather after passing Chute-des-Passes and crashed into Péribonka Lake. The wreckage was found three days later, and both pilots were killed. The cause could not be determined.

Incident Overview and Location Details After passing over Chute-des-Passes, the crew encountered poor weather conditions when control of the aircraft was lost. The airplane subsequently crashed into Péribonka Lake. The specific circumstances surrounding the loss of control and the crash were not established. ## Search, Recovery, and Casualties The wreckage was located three days after the accident. Both pilots aboard the aircraft were killed in the incident. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the cause of the accident could not be determined. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date was provided in the source material.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident could not be determined.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Jun 1966 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Péribonka Lake, Canada?

An aircraft lost control in poor weather after passing Chute-des-Passes and crashed into Péribonka Lake. The wreckage was found three days later, and both pilots were killed. The cause could not be determined.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Jun 1966 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Jun 1966 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration CF-FBJ, operated by Nordair, at Péribonka Lake, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident could not be determined.

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