Aircraft collision with airport building at Colville Lake

No fatalities • Colville Lake, Canada • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft veered off a gravel runway and struck a structure during takeoff from Colville Lake, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

During the takeoff phase from a gravel airstrip located at Colville Lake, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of control. The aircraft departed from the runway surface and subsequently collided with an airport building on the airfield.

Following the impact, emergency responders successfully rescued all five occupants on board. While there were no fatalities reported, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

  • The aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll.
  • The collision occurred with an airport facility located near the airstrip.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control while departing from a gravel runway, leading to a collision with a building.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1989-05-27 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Colville Lake, Canada?

A twin-engine aircraft veered off a gravel runway and struck a structure during takeoff from Colville Lake, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1989-05-27 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1989-05-27 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration C-FMPH, operated by RCMP - GRC Air Services, at Colville Lake, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control while departing from a gravel runway, leading to a collision with a building.

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