What happened
During a flight traveling from Vancouver toward Pender Harbour, the pilot of the aircraft experienced unexpected engine difficulties. Due to these mechanical complications, the decision was made to perform an emergency ditching in the water. The incident occurred approximately three miles away from the Sechelt coastline.
Following the impact with the water, the three occupants managed to exit the cabin successfully. All individuals were able to evacuate the aircraft before it submerged and was lost at the scene. Emergency responders arrived to find that all three occupants were rescued without further incident.
Findings
- The aircraft experienced engine problems while en route to the destination.
- The ditching was a deliberate maneuver executed by the pilot to manage the mechanical failure.