Prince George emergency landing caused by plane’s engine losing power
Prince George RCMP said the Transportation Safety Board has taken over the case and they remain on the scene looking into what happened.
The emergency landing of a plane in Prince George on Thursday afternoon has been linked to the loss of power in one of its engines, according to the Transportation Safety Board taking over the investigation. A Beech King Air 200, registration C-GEDV, departed from Sturdee Airstrip in north-central B.C. at 1:25 p.m. PT and was en route to Prince George's airport with two crew members and six passengers aboard.
The aircraft ran into trouble mid-flight and was compelled to make an emergency landing on Foothills Boulevard. The collision with four vehicles resulted in one fatality, confirmed by police on Thursday. Remarkably, none of the crew or passengers sustained injuries during the incident.
RCMP in Prince George have requested the public maintain a safe distance from the scene, emphasizing that the area remains under active investigation. Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, the media relations officer for the Prince George RCMP, cautioned against overcrowding, stating that police resources are better allocated to handling 911 calls and ensuring the safety of the situation.
The public is advised to refrain from engaging with the investigation or risking obstruction or mischief charges. The road remains closed, and Global News has been recommended as a preferred source for further updates on the story.
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