What happened
During a flight originating from Bella Bella, an aircraft was performing its approach to Ocean Falls when environmental conditions significantly deteriorated. Heavy snowfall led to a reduction in visibility for the pilot during the final stages of the flight.
While operating at a low altitude, the aircraft made contact with the water surface. The impact resulted in the plane crashing into Cousins Inlet. At the time of the accident, there was only one person on board. Despite the severity of the crash, the pilot was successfully rescued from the scene.
Findings
- Weather conditions involved heavy snowfall and limited visibility during the approach phase.