Fatal aircraft accident during landing at Jeannine Lake

3 fatalities • Jeannine Lake, Canada • Landing (descent or approach)

A flight traveling from Seven Islands to Jeannine Lake ended in a fatal crash upon landing on icy water, resulting in multiple fatalities.

What happened

A flight originating from Seven Islands was en route to Jeannine Lake when the accident occurred during the landing phase. While attempting to land on a surface of icy water, the aircraft crashed. The impact resulted in three fatalities, including both pilots and one passenger. Additionally, seven other occupants sustained injuries during the event.

Findings

The exact circumstances surrounding the crash remain undetermined. However, it is noted that the aircraft was attempting to land on icy water, which served as a critical factor in the sequence of events leading to the loss of the aircraft.

Probable cause

The specific cause of the accident remains unclear, though the landing occurred on icy water.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1957-12-10 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Jeannine Lake, Canada?

A flight traveling from Seven Islands to Jeannine Lake ended in a fatal crash upon landing on icy water, resulting in multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1957-12-10 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1957-12-10 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration CF-GKV, operated by Northern Wings, at Jeannine Lake, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The specific cause of the accident remains unclear, though the landing occurred on icy water.

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