On June 25, 1990, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration C-FHGU) operated by PropAir was involved in an aviation accident near Lake Auxillon, Canada during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure to maintain adequate climb performance after takeoff from Lake Auxillon, resulting in an impact with shoreline trees. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft failed to climb after departing Lake Auxillon, striking shoreline trees and resulting in the deaths of both individuals on board.
What happened
The incident occurred following the departure of a single-engine airplane from Lake Auxillon. Shortly after liftoff, the aircraft experienced significant performance issues that prevented it from achieving a safe climb gradient. Unable to clear the terrain, the plane descended and impacted a cluster of trees located along the shoreline. The collision caused the aircraft to crash in the immediate vicinity of the takeoff point.
Findings
The accident resulted in the fatalities of both occupants aboard the aircraft. The primary factor contributing to the outcome was the inability of the single-engine airplane to gain sufficient altitude during the initial climb phase, leading directly to the collision with obstacles on the shore.
Probable cause
Failure to maintain adequate climb performance after takeoff from Lake Auxillon, resulting in an impact with shoreline trees.
What happened in the 25 Jun 1990 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident near Lake Auxillon, Canada?
A single-engine aircraft failed to climb after departing Lake Auxillon, striking shoreline trees and resulting in the deaths of both individuals on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 25 Jun 1990 De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Jun 1990 involved a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, registration C-FHGU, operated by PropAir, at Lake Auxillon, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Failure to maintain adequate climb performance after takeoff from Lake Auxillon, resulting in an impact with shoreline trees.
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