On May 14, 1976, a De Havilland DHC-3 Otter (registration CF-PNV) operated by La Ronge Aviation Services was involved in an aviation accident near Lynn Lake, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft stalled during takeoff because the weight or balance was incorrectly configured. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine airplane experienced a stall immediately following takeoff at Lynn Lake Airport, resulting in a runway crash with no fatalities.
What happened
During the initial climb phase of flight at Lynn Lake Airport, a single-engine airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall. The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft had departed the runway. Following the loss of lift, the plane descended and struck the runway surface.
Despite the impact, all nine occupants on board managed to evacuate the wreckage without life-threatening harm. The accident resulted in minor injuries for those involved. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
Official investigations into the crash determined that the primary reason for the stall during the takeoff sequence was improper loading of the aircraft.
Probable cause
The aircraft stalled during takeoff because the weight or balance was incorrectly configured.