Grumman G-21A Goose crash, Dec 4, 1993 (2 killed), Prince...
Grumman G-21A Goose accident on December 4, 1993 near Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada with 2 fatalities. Cause: Engine problems after takeoff...
- Date: December 4, 1993
- Aircraft: Grumman G-21A Goose
- Location: Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Engine problems after takeoff followed by loss of directional control after the left propeller was feathered, as reported in the investigation narrative.
A Grumman Goose on a charter from Prince Rupert to Kincolith lost power in one or both engines shortly after takeoff from the water. After the left propeller stopped, the aircraft rolled left and crashed into trees on a hillside about three miles south of Seal Cove. The pilot and one passenger were killed and three passengers were seriously injured.