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collided in mid-air near Chilliwack Airport in British Columbia on August 3, 2026, prompting a multi-agency investigation by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB), Transport Canada and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). According to an RCMP statement issued on August 4 by Staff Sgt. Kris Clark, senior media relations officer with RCMP E Division, Chilliwack RCMP responded to reports of a mid-air collision at approximately 5:20 p.m. on Monday, August 3. "Members of the Chilliwack RCMP responded to a report of a mid-air collision between two planes that occurred in the Chilliwack area at approximately 5:20 p.m. on Monday, August 3," Clark said. Clark said Chilliwack RCMP, the Lower Mainland District Police Dog Services (LMD IPDS), Chilliwack Fire Department, and Chilliwack Search and Rescue (SAR) searched for the downed aircraft after receiving the report. "A small plane was located in a pond near Industrial Access Road in Chilliwack. The second plane was able to make it back safely to the airport. The occupants did not sustain injuries," Clark stated. The RCMP said its Underwater Recovery Team (URT) recovered the submerged aircraft and located the pilot. "The RCMP Underwater Recovery Team (URT) attended the scene and located one male deceased victim and the plane. Recovery efforts are currently underway," Clark said. The statement added that the Chilliwack RCMP General Investigation Services Team (GIST) is assisting federal investigators. "Chilliwack RCMP General Investigation Services Team (GIST) is currently supporting Transport Canada and the Transportation Safety Board (TSB) with their ongoing investigation. This multi-agency investigation is working to understand the circumstances that led to the collision," Clark said. The RCMP has not identified the deceased pilot, nor has it released a suspected cause of the collision. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada confirmed it has deployed an investigation team to Chilliwack following the occurrence. The agency said investigators would collect evidence and assess the accident involving two Cessna 172 aircraft. The TSB reiterated that its role is to advance transportation safety and that it does not assign fault or determine civil or criminal liability. Before the RCMP confirmed the fatality, Garry Atkins, manager of Chilliwack Airport, told The Canadian Press that the aircraft involved were operated by two local flight schools. He said one aircraft, carrying two occupants, landed safely at Chilliwack Airport, while the second aircraft, with one person on board, came to rest in a quarry lagoon after the collision. RCMP and Transport Canada have not publicly identified or confirmed the involvement of any specific flight schools at the time of reporting. As of August 5, investigators have not publicly determined what caused the two aircraft to collide. The identities of the pilots and the sequence of events leading to the collision remain under investigation.

Aircraft Crashes

Pilot Dead After Two Cessna 172 Aircraft Collide Mid-Air Near Chilliwack Airport

Aviation Today News Desk / August 5, 2026

Chilliwack, Canada: A pilot was killed after two Cessna 172 aircraft collided in mid-air near Chilliwack Airport in British Columbia […]

Alberta, Canada: Two men were seriously injured after a small aircraft crashed in a field east of the High River Regional Airport in Alberta on Thursday afternoon, prompting a multi-agency emergency response and an investigation by Canadian aviation authorities. The crash was reported at approximately 3:45 p.m. local time in a grassy area east of the airport in Foothills County, near High River, according to emergency officials. RCMP, High River Fire Department personnel and Alberta Health Services crews responded to the scene shortly after receiving reports of a downed aircraft. Emergency responders located the aircraft in a field between 554 Avenue and 594 Avenue, east of the airport. Both occupants identified only as two adult men were extricated from the wreckage and transported by ground ambulance to Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary with serious injuries. Authorities said the injuries were significant but not believed to be life-threatening, and both men were expected to survive. Officials described the aircraft only as a single-engine, single-propeller airplane. As of the latest official updates, authorities have not released the aircraft's make, model, registration, owner or operator, nor have they identified the two occupants or confirmed the purpose of the flight. No information has been released regarding the aircraft's departure point or intended destination. The circumstances leading to the crash remain under investigation. Officials have not indicated whether the aircraft experienced a mechanical problem, engine failure, weather-related issue, or pilot emergency before coming down. There were also no reports of fire following the impact. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) was notified of the occurrence and began collecting information to determine the appropriate scope of its investigation. Canadian aviation investigators routinely assess such occurrences before deciding whether to launch a full investigation. The incident temporarily drew a significant emergency response to the rural area east of High River Regional Airport. No injuries were reported on the ground, and authorities did not indicate any damage to nearby property. As of the latest available information, investigators have not released any preliminary findings or probable cause, and no further updates on the condition of the injured men have been made public.

Aircraft Crashes

Two Injured After Small Aircraft Crashes Near High River Regional Airport In Alberta

Aviation Today News Desk / July 4, 2026

Alberta, Canada: Two men were seriously injured after a small aircraft crashed in a field east of the High River

Vancouver, Canada: Canadian aviation authorities have launched a formal safety probe after an Air India pilot was found to be under the influence of alcohol before operating an international flight from Vancouver, prompting an inquiry and corrective action demands to the Indian carrier. The incident occurred on December 23, 2025, at Vancouver International Airport ahead of Flight AI186, scheduled to operate from Vancouver to Delhi via Vienna. According to a letter from Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) to Air India officials, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) reported that the pilot, identified as Captain Saurabh Kumar, reported for duty while under the influence of alcohol and was deemed unfit for the flight. Canadian authorities conducted two breathalyser tests that confirmed the presence of alcohol, following which the pilot was advised to leave the aircraft and was subsequently removed from duty at the scene. Transport Canada has characterised the occurrence as a violation of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), citing breaches of sections 602.02 and 602.03, which govern crew fitness for duty and alcohol consumption limits, as well as conditions of Air India’s Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC). In its correspondence, Transport Canada has formally asked Air India to investigate the matter under its Safety Management System and submit a detailed corrective action report by January 26, 2026. The regulator indicated that enforcement action by both the RCMP and the TCCA is likely as the review progresses. Air India confirmed that Flight AI186 experienced a last-minute delay on December 23 after the cockpit crew member was offloaded prior to departure “based on concerns raised by the Canadian authorities regarding the pilot’s fitness for duty.” The airline said an alternate pilot was rostered in accordance with safety protocols, resulting in the delayed departure. In an official statement, Air India said it regrets the inconvenience caused to passengers, is fully cooperating with Canadian authorities, and has taken the pilot off flying duties pending the outcome of the inquiry. The airline reiterated a zero-tolerance policy toward violations of applicable rules and regulations, noting that “any confirmed violation will attract strict disciplinary action in line with company policy.” Initial accounts of the incident suggest that the episode first came to light after a duty-free shop employee at the Vancouver airport reported a concern about the pilot either smelling of alcohol or consuming it moments before boarding preparations. This triggered intervention by Canadian authorities and the subsequent breathalyser tests.

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Canada Seeks Inquiry After Air India Pilot Found Under Influence Of Alcohol

Aviation Today News Desk / January 2, 2026

Vancouver, Canada: Canadian aviation authorities have launched a formal safety probe after an Air India pilot was found to be

Manitoba, Canada: Four people are dead and a young pilot is seriously injured after a float plane crashed in a remote area roughly 40 kilometres south of St. Theresa Point First Nation, Manitoba, on Saturday evening. Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) said the single-engine de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver went down near Makepeace Lake while carrying five people. All four passengers, two men aged 53 and 49 and two women who both were 50 were residents of St. Theresa Point First Nation and died at the scene. The 20-year-old pilot, the sole survivor, sustained serious injuries but is expected to recover. Authorities confirmed he was airlifted to hospital after being located by rescue teams in difficult nighttime conditions. The crash site was located after RCMP received an alert from an iPhone satellite crash-detection system. Due to the fly-in nature of the community, officers chartered a helicopter to reach the scene. The lone RCMP officer was dropped about 500 metres away because of darkness and rough terrain and had to hike to the wreckage. Search and rescue technicians from CFB Trenton were parachuted in to assist, providing medical support and helping stabilize the survivor until evacuation was possible. “This was an extremely challenging operation because of the remote location, darkness, and limited access,” RCMP spokespersons said in a statement, adding that the collaboration between emergency services was critical in saving the pilot’s life. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has confirmed it is gathering information about the crash to determine whether a full investigation will be launched. The cause of the accident has not yet been established. St. Theresa Point Chief and Council have not yet released a statement but community members are mourning the loss of four residents in what is being described as a devastating blow to the First Nation. In a statement on Facebook, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs sent condolences to the families of the victims, and to their community. "We grieve with you. The loss of community members in such a sudden and devastating way is felt across all our Nations. In this time of heartbreak, we stand with St. Theresa Point, holding up the families and community in prayer, love, and strength," the post said. Authorities said updates will be provided as more information becomes available regarding the cause of the crash and the identities of those killed.

Aircraft Crashes

Four Killed, 20-Year-Old Pilot Seriously Injured in Manitoba Float Plane Crash

Aviation Today News Desk / September 15, 2025

Manitoba, Canada: Four people are dead and a young pilot is seriously injured after a float plane crashed in a

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