On October 19, 1927, a Curtiss HS-2L (registration G-CAOH) operated by Department of Lands & Forestry was involved in an aviation accident near Sault Sainte Marie, Canada in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Pilot error during a low-altitude sharp turn resulted in the loss of control and subsequent crash. 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.
A seaplane crashed while performing a low-altitude observation mission near Sault Sainte Marie, resulting in the death of the pilot and serious injuries to the observer.
What happened
The aircraft was conducting an observation mission over the region of Sault Sainte Marie when it encountered difficulties. While maneuvering at a low altitude, the crew executed a sharp turn. During this maneuver, the pilot lost control of the seaplane, leading to a crash. The incident resulted in the death of the pilot and serious injuries to the observer.
Findings
The official investigation attributed the accident to pilot error. The loss of control occurred specifically during a low-altitude sharp turn, indicating that the maneuver was not safely executed under the prevailing conditions.
Probable cause
Pilot error during a low-altitude sharp turn resulted in the loss of control and subsequent crash.
What happened in the 19 Oct 1927 Curtiss HS-2L accident near Sault Sainte Marie, Canada?
A seaplane crashed while performing a low-altitude observation mission near Sault Sainte Marie, resulting in the death of the pilot and serious injuries to the observer.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Oct 1927 Curtiss HS-2L accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Oct 1927 involved a Curtiss HS-2L, registration G-CAOH, operated by Department of Lands & Forestry, at Sault Sainte Marie, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Pilot error during a low-altitude sharp turn resulted in the loss of control and subsequent crash.
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