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Single-engine aircraft crash on Athlone Island (C-FFRL)

Saint John Harbour, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On July 11, 2014, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver (registration C-FFRL) operated by 0784238 BC (Friell Lake Logging) was involved in an aviation accident near Saint John Harbour, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft went out of control shortly after takeoff, leading to a collision with the shoreline. 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 single-engine aircraft crashed into the shore of Athlone Island shortly after departing Saint John Harbour, resulting in injuries to all four people on board.

What happened

Following its departure from Saint John Harbour, a single-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control. The aircraft descended into the shoreline of Athlone Island, where the impact and subsequent fire resulted in the total destruction of the plane.

There were four individuals on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. All four occupants sustained injuries during the crash sequence.

Findings

  • The aircraft was destroyed by the forces of the impact and a post-crash fire.
  • The loss of control occurred during the initial phase of flight following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft went out of control shortly after takeoff, leading to a collision with the shoreline.

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