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Single-engine aircraft accident near Nakusp (CF-GHH)

Nakusp, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On June 4, 1964, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration CF-GHH) operated by Celgar was involved in an aviation accident near Nakusp, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck floating debris while departing Arrow Lake, causing it to overturn. 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 plane crashed into the water during takeoff from Arrow Lake, resulting in an overturned aircraft and no fatalities.

What happened

During a departure from Arrow Lake, a single-engine aircraft encountered floating debris on the water's surface. The impact with these objects caused the plane to capsize. Following the collision, the aircraft overturned and eventually settled in an upside-down position in the area near Nakusp.

Despite the severity of the impact, all six occupants were successfully retrieved from the wreckage shortly after the event. While there were no fatalities reported, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was the collision with floating objects during the takeoff phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck floating debris while departing Arrow Lake, causing it to overturn.

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