Kenmore Air Seaplane Crash Near Sucia Island Injures Four

SUCIA ISLAND, Wash. — A Kenmore Air seaplane crashed near Sucia Island injuring four people Thursday evening, the airline announced.

The de Havilland DHC-3 Otter carried 10 passengers and one pilot when the accident occurred in Shallow Bay at approximately 5:15 p.m. Everyone survived, and emergency crews accounted for all 11 people aboard.

“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.”

Kenmore Air CEO David Gudgel

Four Taken to Hospitals

The aircraft was operating as Flight 140 after departing from Lake Union in Seattle.

Medics took two injured passengers to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, while crews took two others to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for evaluation and treatment.

Crews transported the seven remaining occupants to U.S. Coast Guard Station Bellingham. Meanwhile, Kenmore Air did not immediately provide details about the conditions of those taken to hospitals.

The Coast Guard and local emergency personnel responded to the scene.

Cause Remains Under Investigation

Following the accident, Kenmore Air activated its emergency response procedures. The airline also began working with the Coast Guard and local emergency personnel.

“We extend our sincere thanks to the United States Coast Guard, local emergency responders, and everyone assisting in the response,” Gudgel said.

Additionally, Gudgel said Kenmore Air would cooperate with investigating authorities and continue to provide verified information.

Kenmore Air declined to speculate about the cause. Instead, the airline said it would release more information as officials verify it.

The National Transportation Safety Board normally leads investigations into civil aviation accidents in the United States. Additionally, the Federal Aviation Administration typically assists the NTSB during those investigations.

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