On August 20, 1952, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration CF-OBQ) operated by Sault Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Wawa, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced a loss of power following an engine failure shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An engine malfunction caused an aircraft to stall and crash shortly after departing Lake Echo, resulting in injuries to all nine people on board.
What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Lake Echo, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of power due to an engine failure. This mechanical issue led to an aerodynamic stall, preventing the crew from maintaining controlled flight. The aircraft subsequently descended and impacted the ground in the vicinity of Wawa.
The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. While the crash was severe, there were no fatalities reported; however, all nine occupants sustained injuries during the accident.
Findings
Official investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor leading to the loss of control was an engine failure occurring immediately after takeoff.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced a loss of power following an engine failure shortly after takeoff.
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