On August 24, 2002, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration C-GUNE) operated by Kakabeka Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Kasshabog Lake, Canada during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A floatplane en route from Holinshead Lake to Kasshabog Lake struck water during final approach in deteriorating weather, tearing off a float. The aircraft sank; the pilot and four passengers swam ashore. One passenger went missing; three people sustained minor injuries and one serious injury.
Incident Overview
A floatplane was en route from Holinshead Lake to Kasshabog Lake when the pilot encountered deteriorating weather conditions. As the flight progressed, the ceiling lowered until it was nearly at treetop level. The pilot located a cabin at the destination outpost camp.
Accident Sequence
On final approach to the camp, the aircraft struck the water while in a turn. The impact tore off one float, and the aircraft subsequently sank. The pilot and four passengers exited the aircraft and attempted to swim ashore.
Casualties and Search
While swimming, one of the passengers went missing and was not located. Ontario Provincial Police divers were dispatched to search for the missing passenger. Three people were slightly injured and one seriously injured.