Alaska Washington Airways
Safety Score
9.9/10Total Incidents
2
Total Fatalities
3
Recent Incidents
Lockheed 5 Vega
The aircraft departed Vancouver to take part to a SAR mission following the disappearance of a Ryan B-5 Brougham operated by the Canadian Aerial Explorations that crashed in north BC last October 10. The accident occurred in unknown circumstances, killing all three occupants.
Lockheed 5 Vega
En route from Seattle to Victoria, the pilot was forced to attempt an emergency landing after the engine caught fire. He was able to land on a beach located near Kingston. The single engine airplane named 'Taku II' flipped over and came to rest, bursting into flames. All six occupants evacuated safely while the aircraft was destroyed by fire.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
United States of America
Risk Level
Low Risk