Canadian Vickers PBV-1 Canso (OA-... crash, Jul 2, 1959
Canadian Vickers PBV-1 Canso (OA-10 Canso) accident on July 2, 1959 near Puvirnituq Quebec, Canada with no fatalities. Cause: The engine failed because...
- Date: July 2, 1959
- Aircraft: Canadian Vickers PBV-1 Canso (OA-10 Canso)
- Location: Puvirnituq Quebec, Canada
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: The engine failed because of water in the fuel system.
An Austin Airways Canadian Vickers PBV 1 Canso, OA 10 Canso, departed from Puvirnituq harbor in fog. After takeoff, its left engine lost power, the pilot turned left, and the seaplane crashed into the bay just off shore. All 12 occupants were rescued, but the aircraft was lost.