Crash of a Lockheed 18-56A LodeStar in Weeks Lake
Date & Time:
Aug 20, 1960
Registration:
CF-CPA
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
2177
YOM:
1941
Crew on board:
0
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
The crew was performing an aerial photography mission when he encountered engine problems. The pilot attempted an emergency landing in the tundra some 100 km northwest of Schefferville, Quebec. The twin engine airplane slid on its belly for dozen meters before coming to rest in a swampy area. While all occupants were uninjured, the aircraft was abandoned on site. It was recovered for rebuilt in 2007.
Probable cause:
Technical failure in flight.
