Fatal aircraft collision near Fort Chimo during cargo flight

2 fatalities • Kuujjuaq (ex Fort Chimo), Canada • Flight

A cargo flight operating from Frobisher Bay crashed into a hillside 40 km from Fort Chimo Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

A cargo operation traveling from Frobisher Bay to Fort Chimo encountered severe weather during its approach. During the descent, the aircraft impacted a hill situated approximately 40 km from the Fort Chimo Airport. The impact resulted in two fatalities and left one crew member injured. The survivor was successfully rescued following the crash.

Findings

Investigations into the accident indicated that the crew initiated their descent earlier than intended. Due to the presence of adverse weather conditions, the flight crew did not recognize that the aircraft had descended to an insufficient altitude before striking the terrain.

Probable cause

The crew began a premature descent and failed to maintain adequate altitude during poor weather conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1956-02-14 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kuujjuaq (ex Fort Chimo), Canada?

A cargo flight operating from Frobisher Bay crashed into a hillside 40 km from Fort Chimo Airport, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1956-02-14 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1956-02-14 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration CF-BZH, operated by Maritime Central Airways, at Kuujjuaq (ex Fort Chimo), Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew began a premature descent and failed to maintain adequate altitude during poor weather conditions.

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