Lockheed 14 Super Electra accident at Armstrong, Canada, 6 Feb 1941 (CF-TCP)
On February 6, 1941, a Lockheed 14 Super Electra (registration CF-TCP) operated by Trans-Canada Air Lines - TCAL was involved in an aviation accident near Armstrong, Canada during landing or approach. 12 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident occurred in predawn darkness and adverse meteorological conditions, with an overcast at around 1,000 feet and a visibility of approximately 1.5 mile in light snowfall, but its cause could not be determined despite exhaustive independent inquiries… This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The accident occurred in predawn darkness and adverse meteorological conditions, with an overcast at around 1,000 feet and a visibility of approximately 1.5 mile in light snowfall, but its cause could not be determined despite exhaustive independent inquiries by both the airline and Canadian government authorities.
— NTSB Determination
Accident narrative
On final approach to Armstrong at night, the twin engine aircraft hit tree tops and crashed in a wooded area located one mile short of runway, bursting into flames. The aircraft was totally destroyed and all 12 occupants were killed.
Probable cause (official findings): The accident occurred in predawn darkness and adverse meteorological conditions, with an overcast at around 1,000 feet and a visibility of approximately 1.5 mile in light snowfall, but its cause could not be determined despite exhaustive independent inquiries by both the airline and Canadian government authorities.