No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft stall after takeoff at Twin Lakes (CF-OAA)

Twin Lakes, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On June 19, 1946, a De Havilland DH.60 Moth (registration CF-OAA) operated by Ontario Provincial Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Twin Lakes, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled shortly after takeoff, leading to a crash into the lake. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-05Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine plane stalled shortly after departing Twin Lakes, resulting in a crash into the water. Both occupants survived and were rescued from the scene.

What happened

The incident occurred immediately following departure from Twin Lakes. The aircraft, identified as a single-engine model, experienced a stall during the initial climb phase. This loss of lift caused the plane to descend rapidly and impact the surface of the lake. Despite the severity of the crash, both individuals on board managed to escape the wreckage. Rescue teams subsequently recovered the occupants from the water, while the aircraft was declared a total loss.

Findings

The source material indicates that the primary mechanical or operational event leading to the accident was a stall occurring directly after liftoff. No further specific contributing factors, such as weather conditions or maintenance issues, are detailed in the available records.

Probable cause

The aircraft stalled shortly after takeoff, leading to a crash into the lake.