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Fatal aircraft accident in wooded area during poor weather (C-FFJB)

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On May 30, 1983, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration C-FFJB) operated by La Tuque Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near La Tuque, Canada in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot failed to maintain sufficient altitude above the terrain during flight in adverse weather. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area during flight, resulting in three fatalities and two injuries.

What happened

During a period of adverse weather conditions, a single-engine airplane was operating at cruise altitude when it impacted trees in a forested region. The impact occurred while the aircraft was in its cruising phase of flight.

As the aircraft moved through the area, it struck vegetation before coming to rest in the woods. The accident resulted in three fatalities and two injuries. The individuals on board included the pilot and several passengers.

Findings

Investigations into the crash indicate that the pilot was unaware that the aircraft had descended to an insufficient altitude for the surrounding terrain. The primary factor contributing to the impact was the pilot's failure to maintain a safe altitude while navigating through poor visibility and difficult weather conditions.

Probable cause

The pilot failed to maintain sufficient altitude above the terrain during flight in adverse weather.

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