On June 21, 1947, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration CF-OBP) operated by Ontario Provincial Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Poshkakagan Lake, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed into the shoreline at Poshkakagan Lake after suffering an engine failure during final approach, resulting in no injuries among the four occupants.
What happened
The incident occurred while the aircraft was on final approach to Poshkakagan Lake. During this phase of flight, the engine ceased functioning entirely. Following the loss of power, the aircraft entered a stall and subsequently impacted the ground on the shore. All four individuals aboard the plane survived the crash without sustaining injuries. However, the airframe sustained significant damage and was declared a total loss.
Findings
Investigations determined that the primary factor leading to the accident was fuel exhaustion. The depletion of fuel reserves resulted in the engine failure that precipitated the stall and subsequent ground impact.
Probable cause
The accident was caused by engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion.
What happened in the 21 Jun 1947 Noorduyn Norseman accident near Poshkakagan Lake, Canada?
An aircraft crashed into the shoreline at Poshkakagan Lake after suffering an engine failure during final approach, resulting in no injuries among the four occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jun 1947 Noorduyn Norseman accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Jun 1947 involved a Noorduyn Norseman, registration CF-OBP, operated by Ontario Provincial Air Service, at Poshkakagan Lake, Canada.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The accident was caused by engine failure resulting from fuel exhaustion.
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