What happened
During a local flight intended to test the aircraft following recent maintenance work, an accident occurred near the runway at Gimli Airport. Shortly after the aircraft departed from the airfield, the crew attempted a steep climb, reaching an altitude of approximately 200 feet. During this ascent, the aircraft began a right-hand turn before the nose pitched downward. The subsequent impact with the ground caused the aircraft to burst into flames.
Findings
- The accident resulted in three fatalities.
- The aircraft was in the climbing phase of flight when the loss of control occurred.