News release

Police respond to float plane crash near Refuge Cove

May 20, 2025 - Powell River, British Columbia
From: Powell River RCMP

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File no.: 2025-2227

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.

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. 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.

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.

Contacts

Cst. Chris Bakker
Media Relations Officer
Powell River RCMP
chris.bakker@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
604-485-6255
Powell RCMP
@bcrcmp
BC RCMP
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