What happened
During the final approach phase of flight to Big Trout Lake Airport, a twin engine airplane encountered adverse weather conditions characterized by restricted visibility. While maneuvering for landing, the aircraft collided with an NDB tower, resulting in a crash.
The accident resulted in 3 fatalities and 9 injuries. The occupants of the aircraft included the pilot, the crew, and one passenger.
Findings
Investigations into the event determined that at the time of the collision, visibility levels were below minimums. This lack of adequate visual reference during the approach contributed to the impact with the navigation infrastructure.