Transport Canada issues a statement on aircraft accident in Resolute Bay, Nunavut

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At approximately 13:30 EDT, First Air Flight 6560 from Yellowknife to Resolute Bay crashed on approach to Resolute Bay. There were 15 passengers on board. At this time, 12 people are thought to be dead and three injured. Our thoughts go out to those affected by this tragic accident.

Transport Canada has appointed a Minister's Observer, who will keep TC informed of the investigation's progress. We will cooperate fully with the Transportation Safety Board who is currently on site investigating this accident. The Canadian Armed Forces are in Resolute Bay for Exercise Operation Nanook 2011 and are responding in support of emergency operations to the situation. For further information: Media Relations Transport Canada, Ottawa 613-993-0055