On 5 September 2016, a Ridge Rotors Inc. Bell 206B helicopter was conducting a wildlife survey flight that had originated in Whitecourt, Alberta. During the flight, the helicopter experienced a power loss, contacted trees, and struck the ground. The pilot sustained serious injuries; one passenger had minor injuries; and one passenger was fatally injured. The helicopter was substantially damaged.
In July 2016, a North American Inc. T28-B aircraft, privately registered as C-GKKD, was taking part in an air show at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake (CYOD), Alberta. On July 17, the aircraft impacted terrain during an aerobatic routine, and the pilot was fatally injured. There was no post-impact fire and no injuries to airshow personnel or spectators. There was minor damage to airfield infrastructure.
On 24 May 2016, a De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, C-FJOM, operated by Inland Air Charter was landing at the water aerodrome in Kitkatla, British Columbia, when the aircraft landed hard, bounced, and landed hard again. The left wing made contact with the water. The aircraft settled in the water and partially nosed over. There were 7 person on board; all egressed into the water as the aircraft sank.
