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Single-engine aircraft crash near Sandy Lake (CF-BHX)

Sandy Lake, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On June 12, 1959, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration CF-BHX) operated by Transair Canada was involved in an aviation accident near Sandy Lake, Canada during takeoff. 8 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An eight-person flight ended in a fatal crash in a wooded area shortly after departing from Sandy Lake.

What happened

Following its departure from Sandy Lake, a single engine aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall. This loss of lift caused the plane to descend into a nearby forested region. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

There were eight fatalities recorded during the accident, with no survivors among the occupants. Reports indicate that at the time of the crash, an unauthorized individual was positioned in the left seat of the cockpit.

Findings

  • The aircraft entered a stall state shortly after takeoff.
  • An unauthorized person was present in the pilot's seat during the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Related events

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