Barringer Research

Safety profile and incident history for Barringer Research.

Safety Score

9.6/10

Total Incidents

1

Total Fatalities

4

Recent Incidents

October 15, 1970 4 Fatalities

Canadian Vickers PBV-1 Canso (OA-10 Canso)

Rhinelander Wisconsin

The crew (pilots and technicians) were engaged in a local test flight consisting of an electric equipment post maintenance check. After liftoff, while in initial climb, the seaplane encountered difficulties to gain height, stalled and crashed in flames in an open field. Both pilots were killed while three other occupants were seriously injured. The aircraft was destroyed.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

United States of America

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Canadian Vickers PBV-1 Canso (OA-10 Canso)1