Aircraft excursion at Wawa Airfield

No fatalities • Wawa, Canada • Landing (descent or approach)

A ski-equipped aircraft veered off the runway and overturned following touchdown at Wawa Airfield, resulting in several injuries.

What happened

Following the landing phase at Wawa Airfield, a ski-equipped aircraft experienced a loss of control immediately after making contact with the runway. The movement caused the plane to deviate from the prepared surface and exit the runway area. The sequence of events concluded when the aircraft came to a complete stop in an overturned position.

During the accident, all eight occupants on board sustained injuries. While there were no fatalities reported, the impact and subsequent rollover resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss, as it was damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • The aircraft lost directional control shortly after touchdown.
  • The excursion led to the plane resting upside down off the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway and overturned immediately following touchdown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-01-30 Noorduyn Norseman accident near Wawa, Canada?

A ski-equipped aircraft veered off the runway and overturned following touchdown at Wawa Airfield, resulting in several injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-01-30 Noorduyn Norseman accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-01-30 involved a Noorduyn Norseman, registration CF-CRE, operated by Great Northern Skyways, at Wawa, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway and overturned immediately following touchdown.

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