On June 6, 1982, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration CF-ECD) operated by Fly-In Service was involved in an aviation accident near Dogskin Lake, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft overturned while attempting an emergency landing on a lake surface. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine plane capsized in Dogskin Lake, Manitoba, following an emergency landing attempt that resulted in no injuries.
What happened
On a recent flight in the Manitoba region, a single-engine aircraft was forced to perform an emergency landing on the surface of Dogskin Lake. During the course of this maneuver, the plane made contact with the water and subsequently overturned.
Despite the impact and the vessel flipping, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board. The incident concluded with the aircraft being declared a total loss, as it was written off following the accident.
Findings
The aircraft ended up in an overturned position in the water.
The event occurred during the landing phase of flight.
The forced landing maneuver led to the structural loss of the airframe.
Probable cause
The aircraft overturned while attempting an emergency landing on a lake surface.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 6 Jun 1982 Noorduyn Norseman accident near Dogskin Lake, Canada?
A single-engine plane capsized in Dogskin Lake, Manitoba, following an emergency landing attempt that resulted in no injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 6 Jun 1982 Noorduyn Norseman accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 6 Jun 1982 involved a Noorduyn Norseman, registration CF-ECD, operated by Fly-In Service, at Dogskin Lake, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft overturned while attempting an emergency landing on a lake surface.
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