Accident Summary
A charter flight operating on behalf of a mine company was completing a trip from Sturdee Valley to Smithers when it crashed on Thutade Lake. While flying at low altitude in poor weather conditions, a wing of the aircraft struck the iced surface of the lake, causing the aircraft to crash. One passenger was rescued from the wreckage, while the other six occupants were killed.
Flight Details
The aircraft was operating under visual flight rules (VFR) mode at the time of the accident. The weather conditions included heavy snowfall, which likely reduced visibility. The flight was flying at a low height above the lake when the wing made contact with the ice, leading to the crash. The accident occurred during a charter flight arranged for a mining company, but no further details about the aircraft, crew, or operator have been released in the initial report.
Aftermath
Emergency services responded to the crash site on Thutade Lake. One passenger was rescued; the other six occupants did not survive. The investigation into the accident is ongoing, and no probable cause has been determined at this time.