What happened
A flight departing from Crash Lake toward Temagami ended in an accident when the aircraft's engine ceased functioning during the initial climb. The single-engine airplane was transporting one pilot and three foresters at the time of the incident. As the aircraft reached an altitude between 150 and 250 feet, the loss of power occurred.
In response to the engine failure, the pilot attempted to perform an emergency landing. During this maneuver, the plane struck large trees and came to rest in a forested region situated approximately 13 km west of Temagami. Although the aircraft was destroyed during the impact, all four occupants managed to exit the wreckage without sustaining any injuries. The group was successfully rescued the day after the crash.
Findings
- The primary factor in the accident was an engine failure occurring immediately following takeoff.