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Accident in a Wooded Area Near Fort Nelson (CF-MOL)

Fort Nelson, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On February 22, 1961, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration CF-MOL) operated by Northern Air Service - Canada was involved in an aviation accident near Fort Nelson, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was unable to gain height due to an excessive accumulation of ice and frost on wings, elevators and tail. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed into trees shortly after takeoff from Fort Nelson due to ice and frost accumulation. Both occupants were seriously injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview and Outcome A single-engine aircraft experienced difficulties gaining altitude after departing from Fort Nelson. The aircraft subsequently struck trees and crashed in a wooded area. Both occupants sustained serious injuries, and the aircraft was destroyed in the accident. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the wooded area near Fort Nelson. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the aircraft was unable to gain height because of an excessive accumulation of ice and frost on the wings, elevators, and tail. This ice and frost buildup was identified as the cause of the aircraft's inability to climb after takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft was unable to gain height due to an excessive accumulation of ice and frost on wings, elevators and tail.
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