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Single-engine aircraft crash near Watson Lake (C-FEYZ)

Watson Lake, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On August 14, 1984, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration C-FEYZ) operated by Latham Island Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Watson Lake, Canada during takeoff. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck a tree during its initial climb, leading to a loss of altitude and an overturned crash. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A light aircraft crashed following a wing strike during the initial climb phase after departing from Jamie Lake.

What happened

During an ascent following departure from Jamie Lake, located in the vicinity of Watson Lake, an aircraft experienced a critical impact with vegetation. While the plane was in its climbing phase, the left wing made contact with a tree. This collision resulted in a sudden loss of altitude, causing the aircraft to overturn before ultimately crashing.

As a result of the accident, there was one fatality involving the pilot. The passenger, who was the pilot's son, sustained injuries during the impact.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the loss of control was the left wing striking a tree during the climb.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a tree during its initial climb, leading to a loss of altitude and an overturned crash.

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