Deer Lake

The pilot departed Deer Lake Airport Runway 25 at 1727LT on a local solo flight. Following a circuit, the airplane made an apparent touch and go then the pilot initiated a new departure. While climbing out, the airplane entered a left turn then descended to the ground and crashed near the airport, bursting into flames. The pilot was killed.

While holding outside the control zone at Red Lake (YRL) pending a special VFR clearance, the pilot made a descending turn to avoid a flock of large birds. The right wing struck the water of Ranger Lake and the Cessna overturned. A military DHC-8 diverted to Red Lake and located the Cessna on the west side of Ranger Lake. The airplane was partially submerged and the pilot was on the wing. A floatplane (C-FVTU) subsequently picked up the pilot and returned him to Red Lake. The pilot suffered shoulder injuries, arm injuries, facial injuries and hypothermia.

After landing on runway 25 at Deer Lake Airport, the aircraft deviated to the right and veered off a snow covered runway. It lost its undercarriage and came to rest. Both pilots escaped uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. It is believed that the crew encountered technical problems with the reverse system on the right engine.

Crashed in unknown circumstances near Deer Lake Airport. Crew fate remains unknown.

Crash landed in Corner Brook while on a flight from Deer Lake. All four occupants were unhurt while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

The airplane crashed in unknown circumstances in hilly terrain some 20 km northwest of Deer Lake. At least one crew member was killed.
Crew:
1st Lt Earl Eugene Jordan.