What happened
During an aerial mission intended to combat spruce bud worm populations, a three-engine aircraft crashed into a field. The flight was being conducted at a low altitude as part of a crop spraying operation. While maneuvering through the area, the aircraft made contact with power cables, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with the ground.
Findings
- The accident occurred during the operational phase of a spraying mission.
- The crew consisted of two individuals.
- There were 2 fatalities resulting from the crash.
- The primary factor in the accident was the aircraft's collision with power cables during low-level flight.