Passengers are helped from the downed float plane. Monica Scott photo
Aviation Law Group published an initial analysis of the Kenmore Air floatplane crash near Sucia Island, Washington, which occurred on July 23, 2026.
The DHC-3 floatplane was carrying 11 people when it made an emergency landing near Sucia Island and subsequently caught fire. All 11 people aboard were rescued, although multiple individuals suffered injuries. The cause of the emergency and crash remains under investigation by federal authorities.
Aircraft’s Final Flight Path and Weather in the Area
Aviation Law Group’s analysis examines the known facts surrounding the accident and identifies important questions investigators will need to answer, including what caused the aircraft to make an emergency landing, whether any mechanical or maintenance issues may have contributed, the aircraft’s operational history, and the circumstances surrounding the crash and subsequent fire.
The full analysis is available here:
Aviation Law Group, based in Seattle, Washington is a national aviation law firm representing victims and families affected by serious aviation accidents. The firm’s attorneys have extensive experience investigating aircraft crashes and pursuing accountability when negligent maintenance, operational decisions, defective equipment, or other factors contribute to an accident.