Only minor injuries after float plane crashes near Refuge Cove
By Lone Sheep Publishing
At approximately 7:06 p.m. on May 19, 2025, Powell River RCMP received a report of a float plane crash near Refuge Cove, BC, according to RCMP Const. Chris Bakker.
“At the time of the crash, there were three people on board the aircraft, which was landing near Refuge Cove as part of a sightseeing tour of the area,” Bakker said. “As a result of the crash, the three people on board received only minor injuries. They were able to get out of the plane cabin and climb on to the pontoon for safety. Multiple boats in the area responded within minutes to rescue them. They were then transported to Campbell River by the Coast Guard where they could be medically assessed.”
He said that after initial reports, it is believed the weather may have been partially responsible for the crash, however Transport Canada will be investigating this incident further.
