Aeromedical/Private Flight Accident at Sharpe Lake

1 fatality • Sharpe Lake, Canada • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine aircraft crashed into Sharpe Lake during its final approach, resulting in two injuries and one fatality.

What happened

During the final stages of a flight sequence involving a landing maneuver at Sharpe Lake, an aircraft entered a stall while performing a low-altitude turn. The loss of control led to the plane impacting the surface of the lake.

The accident resulted in two injuries among the occupants. While both individuals survived the initial impact, the pilot succumbed to their injuries several hours after the event occurred.

Findings

  • The aircraft was performing a low-height turn intended for landing.
  • The primary factor in the crash was that the aircraft stalled during the maneuver.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during a low-altitude turning maneuver prior to landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-06-23 Noorduyn Norseman accident near Sharpe Lake, Canada?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into Sharpe Lake during its final approach, resulting in two injuries and one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-06-23 Noorduyn Norseman accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-06-23 involved a Noorduyn Norseman, registration CF-INN, operated by Northland Air Manitoba, at Sharpe Lake, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during a low-altitude turning maneuver prior to landing.

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