Crash of a Grumman G-21A Goose off Rivers Inlet

Date & Time: May 12, 1988
Type of aircraft:
Operator:
Registration:
C-FAWH
Flight Phase:
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
1083
YOM:
1940
Country:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
6
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
While taking off from the bay at Rivers Inlet, the seaplane was caught by strong winds, causing a wing to hit the water surface. The aircraft went out of control and came to rest. All seven occupants were uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Caught by strong winds during takeoff.