Incident Overview
Shortly after departing Thompson Airport, the flight crew reported experiencing significant engine difficulties. Due to the severity of the mechanical issue, the pilots decided to abort their intended route and initiate a return to the departure point.
Loss of Control and Impact
As the aircraft attempted to regain stability, it suffered a progressive loss of both airspeed and altitude. The deteriorating flight conditions left the crew with no viable option other than attempting an emergency landing in uncontrolled terrain. The aircraft ultimately collided with trees before coming to rest approximately 24 kilometers southeast of Thompson Airport.
Aftermath and Investigation Findings
Emergency response teams successfully rescued both pilots from the wreckage. The impact resulted in catastrophic structural damage, rendering the airframe beyond repair. Official investigation findings attributed the accident to engine problems of unknown origin, with no further specific mechanical failures identified in the available source material.