Fatal Stall and Crash of Gold-Carrying Aircraft Near Bronson Creek (C-FAAM)

Accident Overview and Immediate Sequence of Events Following departure from Bronson Creek, the aircraft was climbing to a height of 800 feet when the crew initiated a left turn. During this maneuver, the left wing rolled to an angle of 30 degrees. The aircraft subsequently stalled and crashed, bursting into flames. Both occupants were killed. The aircraft was reported to be carrying a load of gold at the time of the accident. ## Official Probable Cause The investigation concluded that the aircraft stalled because its speed was too low while completing a turn to the left. No other factors, such as mechanical failure or weather conditions, were specified in the official findings.