Accident Details
The pilot, the sole occupant on board, was conducting a firefighting mission and was scheduled to depart from Rainbow Lake to High Level. During the takeoff roll, at a speed of 90 knots, one of the engines lost power.
Sequence of Events
Upon detecting the loss of engine power, the pilot rejected the takeoff and released the load of fire retardant. Despite these actions, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining runway distance. It overran the end of the runway, traveled approximately 1,200 feet beyond, then struck a drainage ditch and came to rest.
Aftermath
The pilot sustained serious injuries. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.