1 fatality

1978-08-23: De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (CF-QDG) — Bradley Air Services — Frobisher Bay, Canada

Frobisher Bay, CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On August 23, 1978, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration CF-QDG) operated by Bradley Air Services was involved in an aviation accident near Frobisher Bay, Canada during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781226281Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft on final approach to Frobisher Bay Airport rolled left at 40 feet, struck an ILS antenna, and crashed upside down. The pilot was killed and five occupants were injured.

Accident Overview

During final approach to Frobisher Bay Airport, a twin-engine airplane was passing 40 feet over the runway threshold when it rolled to the left and descended out of control. The left wing struck the ILS antenna, causing the left engine to separate from the aircraft. The airplane then crashed nose-first and came to rest inverted on the left side of the runway.

Occupants and Injuries

The pilot was killed in the accident. Five other occupants sustained injuries.

Aircraft and Damage

The aircraft was a twin-engine airplane. Damage included the left wing striking the ILS antenna, the left engine being torn off, and the airframe being destroyed in the crash.