A Kenmore Air seaplane crashed in Shallow Bay near Sucia Island on the evening of July 23. The de Havilland DHC-3 Otter aircraft departed from Lake Union in Seattle and the accident was reported at approximately 5:45 p.m.
Ten passengers and one pilot were on board when the seaplane crashed. According to Kenmore Air, everyone on board has been accounted for and all the passengers were transported to hospitals in Bellingham, Friday Harbor, and Skagit Valley.
Kenmore Air CEO David Gudgel said in a statement: “We are grateful that everyone aboard has been accounted for, and our immediate focus is ensuring our passengers and pilot receive the care and support they need. We extend our sincere thanks to the United States Coast Guard, local emergency responders, and everyone assisting in the response. Kenmore Air is fully cooperating with the investigating authorities, and we will continue providing verified information as it becomes available.”
Kenmore Air has cancelled all of its July 24 scheduled flights as the company’s team focuses on supporting the passengers, pilot, families, employees, and emergency response efforts.
Original reporting: Renton Reporter — read the source article.
