On October 17, 1974, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration N129WA) operated by Webber Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Kasaan, United States of America during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot initiated flight in adverse weather conditions. Contributing factors were high obstructions, fog, visibility 1/4 mile or less, and entering local fog conditions shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine airplane departing Kasaan in adverse weather entered local fog, struck tree tops, and crashed on hilly terrain. The pilot and a passenger were injured; five others were killed.
Accident Details
A single-engine airplane departed Kasaan in adverse weather conditions. Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft entered local fog and struck tree tops before crashing on hilly terrain. The pilot and a passenger sustained injuries, while the other five occupants were killed.
Probable Cause and Contributing Factors
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be the pilot's decision to initiate flight in adverse weather conditions. Contributing factors included high obstructions, fog, visibility of 1/4 mile or less, and entering local fog conditions shortly after takeoff.