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Emergency landing in Quesnel results in aircraft damage (C-GFAC)

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On October 16, 1979, a Rockwell Grand Commander 680 (registration C-GFAC) operated by Futura Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Quesnel, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced mechanical malfunctions that necessitated an emergency descent. 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
Aircraft registered C-GFAC
Aircraft registered C-GFAC. Photo: wiltshirespotter / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

A single-engine aircraft sustained significant damage during an emergency landing in Quesnel following the onset of mechanical issues.

What happened

During a flight involving a single occupant, the pilot experienced unexpected technical difficulties with the aircraft. In response to these malfunctions, the decision was made to divert the flight and perform an emergency landing at a nearby site in Quesnel.

Upon touchdown, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond economical repair. The incident resulted in zero fatalities and zero injuries, as the pilot was the only person on board at the time of the event and escaped the wreckage without harm.

Findings

  • The primary factor leading to the emergency landing was the occurrence of technical problems during the flight phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced mechanical malfunctions that necessitated an emergency descent.

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