What happened
A charter flight traveling from Stewart Lake to Salvesen Lake ended in a fatal accident during the landing phase. The aircraft, a single-engine plane, was transporting five passengers to a remote fishing camp when it reached its destination.
As the aircraft approached the surface of Salvesen Lake, it encountered a significant tailwind. During the landing maneuver, the aircraft flipped over and subsequently sank beneath the water.
Findings
- The aircraft was operating under charter conditions, carrying a total of six fatalities.
- The accident occurred during the landing phase of flight.
- A strong tailwind was present during the touchdown, which contributed to the aircraft overturning and submerging.