Aircraft impact during final approach

No fatalities • Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Canada • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft struck the ground short of the runway threshold during its final approach, resulting in injuries to all occupants.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight, the aircraft descended below the required altitude and made contact with the terrain before reaching the runway threshold. Following this initial impact, the plane continued moving forward for several yards, at which point the right propeller also struck the ground. The aircraft then traveled a distance of several hundred yards before ultimately crashing approximately 1,400 meters beyond the end of the runway.

As a result of the accident, all four occupants sustained injuries. The aircraft itself suffered damage that was classified as beyond repair.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor involved the crew misjudging the distance to the ground while performing the final approach.

Probable cause

The crew miscalculated their altitude relative to the terrain during the final approach phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1964-11-21 Douglas DC-3 accident near Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Canada?

An aircraft struck the ground short of the runway threshold during its final approach, resulting in injuries to all occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 1964-11-21 Douglas DC-3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1964-11-21 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration CF-GOC, operated by Eastern Provincial Airways - EPA, at Lourdes-de-Blanc-Sablon, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew miscalculated their altitude relative to the terrain during the final approach phase.

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