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Seaplane Crashes at Pointe-Claire After Engine Failure on Approach (CF-EXA)

Montreal-Pierre-Elliott Trudeau (ex Dorval), CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 17, 1958, a Grumman G-21A Goose (registration CF-EXA) operated by H.J. O'Connell Supplies was involved in an aviation accident near Montreal-Pierre-Elliott Trudeau (ex Dorval), Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: On final approach, the pilot mistakenly put the fuel selector in a wrong position (empty tank), causing both engines to stop. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

On final approach to Dorval Airport, a seaplane suffered dual engine failure, stalled, and crashed in a prairie near Pointe-Claire. All six occupants were injured, some seriously, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Accident Details

On final approach to Dorval Airport, both engines of a seaplane failed. The aircraft subsequently stalled and crashed in a prairie located at Pointe-Claire, a few dozen yards from the airfield. The exact aircraft type, registration, operator, and date of the accident were not specified in the source.

Injuries and Damage

All six occupants aboard the seaplane were injured in the crash. Some of the injuries were described as serious. The aircraft was written off due to the damage sustained.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined the probable cause: on final approach, the pilot mistakenly placed the fuel selector in a wrong position, selecting an empty tank, which caused both engines to stop.

Fuel exhaustion & starvation

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Jun 1958 Grumman G-21A Goose accident near Montreal-Pierre-Elliott Trudeau (ex Dorval), Canada?

On final approach to Dorval Airport, a seaplane suffered dual engine failure, stalled, and crashed in a prairie near Pointe-Claire. All six occupants were injured, some seriously, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Jun 1958 Grumman G-21A Goose accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Jun 1958 involved a Grumman G-21A Goose, registration CF-EXA, operated by H.J. O'Connell Supplies, at Montreal-Pierre-Elliott Trudeau (ex Dorval), Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

On final approach, the pilot mistakenly put the fuel selector in a wrong position (empty tank), causing both engines to stop.

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