No fatalities

Aircraft accident during takeoff departure (CF-IAX)

Chisasibi, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On December 10, 1976, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration CF-IAX) operated by Austin Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Chisasibi, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the takeoff accident is currently undetermined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing during its takeoff roll, resulting in minor injuries to all onboard.

What happened

During the initial phase of flight, an aircraft was involved in an accident while attempting to depart. The event occurred during the takeoff sequence, leading to a crash on the runway or immediate vicinity. While the specific cause for the loss of control remains undetermined, the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Despite the severity of the structural damage to the airframe, there were no fatalities reported. All eight occupants on board managed to evacuate the wreckage safely. Following the incident, medical assessments confirmed that everyone involved sustained only minor injuries.

Findings

The precise reasons for the accident during the takeoff phase have not yet been established, as the cause of the crash remains unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the takeoff accident is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Dec 1976 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Chisasibi, Canada?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing during its takeoff roll, resulting in minor injuries to all onboard.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Dec 1976 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Dec 1976 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration CF-IAX, operated by Austin Airways, at Chisasibi, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the takeoff accident is currently undetermined.