On September 30, 1991, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration C-GAQX) operated by Orca Air was involved in an aviation accident near Compton Island, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft disappeared into the ocean near Compton Island under unclear conditions, resulting in no reported injuries or fatalities among those on board.
What happened
Aircraft operations were conducted in the maritime environment adjacent to Compton Island. During this period, the aircraft was lost in the sea surrounding the island. The specific details regarding the operational context or the precise nature of the incident remain unclear. Despite the loss of the aircraft, there were no reported injuries or fatalities among the individuals involved.
Findings
The primary outcome of the event was the destruction of the aircraft within the ocean waters near Compton Island. Crucially, all persons on board survived the incident without sustaining any injuries. The exact sequence of events leading to the loss remains unspecified in the available records.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 30 Sept 1991 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Compton Island, Canada?
An aircraft disappeared into the ocean near Compton Island under unclear conditions, resulting in no reported injuries or fatalities among those on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 30 Sept 1991 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 30 Sept 1991 involved a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, registration C-GAQX, operated by Orca Air, at Compton Island, Canada.
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