All 11 Aboard Rescued After Washington Seaplane Crash

WHO:

CNN - Kenmore Air seaplane carried 11 people, including a pilot and 10 passengers.

KOMO - San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter confirmed the injuries of the passengers.

KOMO - Kenmore Air CEO David Gudgel provided statements regarding the incident.

WHAT:

CBS News - As of noon, three of the passengers remain hospitalized.

The Seattle Times - Civilians aboard recreational boats in the area rescued the passengers and pilot before first responders arrived.

CNN - The seaplane was identified as a de Havilland DHC-3 Otter, Flight 140, which made an emergency landing approximately 45 minutes after take-off.

USA Today - The aircraft was reported to be "resting against the rocks on Sucia Island" after catching fire.

USA Today - The National Transportation Safety Board confirmed it is investigating the incident.

USA Today - The Federal Aviation Administration is also investigating the crash.

CNN - The seaplane was identified as a de Havilland DHC-3 Otter, Flight 140.

KOMO - Kenmore Air confirmed that the aircraft was involved in an accident in Shallow Bay near Sucia Island at about 5:15 p.m.

ABC News - Video taken by onlooker Monica Scott showed the plane wobbling as it flew very low to the water before crashing and bursting into flames.

CBS News - The San Juan County Sheriff's Office reported that there were three airlift ambulances at the scene.

KOMO - San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter stated, "Preservation of life is our number one goal, and everybody was just rallying to get on the boat transports and get out there as quickly as we can."

KOMO - Kenmore Air confirmed that it canceled all scheduled flights on the following day to focus on supporting the passengers, pilot, families, employees, and emergency response efforts.

CNN - Four people were transported to hospitals with serious injuries, according to a Kenmore Air spokesperson.

KOMO - San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter confirmed that one of the injured passengers was transported in critical condition.

ABC News - The San Juan County Sheriff's Office reported that there are multiple patients with injuries ranging from head injuries to broken bones and lacerations.

CNN - The victims’ injuries range from “head injuries to broken bones and lacerations,” according to San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter.

KOMO - Two injured passengers were taken to a hospital in Bellingham, while two others were transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.

KOMO - Seven additional passengers were taken to a U.S. Coast Guard base for further evaluation.

CNN - The seaplane made an emergency landing and caught fire near Sucia Island.

Fox News - One person was reported in critical condition among the injured.

KOMO - Four people were transported to hospitals with serious injuries, including one in critical condition.

ABC News - Multiple people were injured after the seaplane crash.

WHERE:

CNN - The incident occurred near Sucia Island in the San Juan Islands, Washington.

KOMO - The seaplane took off from Lake Union in Seattle and was heading to Roche Harbor.

WHEN:

CNN - The seaplane took off at 4:30 p.m. and went down around 5:15 p.m. local time.

CNN - The US Coast Guard received initial reports around 5:25 p.m. local time.

WHY:

CNN - The cause of the emergency landing is unknown and remains under investigation.

HOW:

USA Today - The Coast Guard's environmental response personnel are working with partner agencies to assess any potential environmental impacts.

KOMO - Multiple agencies that responded included Orcas Island Fire & Rescue, San Juan Island Fire & Rescue, Lopez Island Fire & Rescue, San Juan County Parks, and the U.S. Coast Guard.

KOMO - Kenmore Air canceled all scheduled flights following the crash to focus on supporting the passengers, pilot, families, employees, and emergency response efforts.

CNN - The US Coast Guard launched search and rescue operations immediately after receiving reports of the crash.

KOMO - Multiple agencies, including the U.S. Coast Guard and local fire departments, responded to the scene.

KOMO - Kenmore Air activated its emergency response procedures and is cooperating with investigators.

(UPDATED July 25, 2026 01:24 UTC)

Three of the passengers from a recent incident remain hospitalized after being rescued by civilians aboard recreational boats before first responders arrived. The Coast Guard's environmental response personnel are currently collaborating with partner agencies to evaluate any potential environmental impacts from the situation. Authorities are continuing to monitor the developments closely as they assess the full scope of the incident.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 19:23 UTC)

A de Havilland DHC-3 Otter seaplane, identified as Flight 140, made an emergency landing about 45 minutes after take-off and was found resting against the rocks on Sucia Island after catching fire. Both the National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration have confirmed they are investigating the incident. Meanwhile, the Coast Guard's environmental response personnel are collaborating with partner agencies to evaluate any potential environmental impacts from the crash.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 15:26 UTC)

A de Havilland DHC-3 Otter, identified as Flight 140, was involved in an accident in Shallow Bay near Sucia Island, confirmed by Kenmore Air. Eyewitness video captured the plane wobbling dangerously low to the water before it crashed and burst into flames around 5:15 p.m. Multiple agencies, including Orcas Island Fire & Rescue and the U.S. Coast Guard, responded to the scene to assist with the situation.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 13:25 UTC)

The San Juan County Sheriff's Office has reported that three airlift ambulances were dispatched to the scene of an incident. Sheriff Eric Peter emphasized that the preservation of life is their top priority, with everyone working diligently to get on the boat transports and respond as quickly as possible. In support of the ongoing emergency response efforts, Kenmore Air has canceled all scheduled flights for the following day to assist passengers, the pilot, their families, and employees.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 12:23 UTC)

A serious incident involving a Kenmore Air flight has left four people hospitalized, with one passenger in critical condition, according to San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter. The Sheriff's Office reported that the injuries among the passengers include head injuries, broken bones, and lacerations. In response to the crash, Kenmore Air has canceled all scheduled flights to prioritize support for those affected, including passengers, the pilot, families, employees, and emergency responders.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 08:46 UTC)

A recent crash involving a Kenmore Air flight has left multiple passengers injured, with injuries ranging from head trauma to broken bones and lacerations, according to San Juan County Sheriff Eric Peter. Two of the injured were taken to a hospital in Bellingham, while two others were transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, and seven additional passengers were evaluated at a U.S. Coast Guard base. In response to the incident, Kenmore Air has canceled all scheduled flights to prioritize support for the passengers, pilot, families, employees, and emergency response efforts.

(UPDATED July 24, 2026 07:48 UTC)

A Kenmore Air seaplane carrying eleven people, including the pilot, made an emergency landing and caught fire near Sucia Island in the San Juan Islands, Washington. Four passengers were transported to hospitals with serious injuries, one of whom is reported to be in critical condition, while the cause of the emergency landing is still under investigation. The U.S. Coast Guard and local fire departments responded promptly to the incident, and Kenmore Air is cooperating with investigators as they activate their emergency response procedures.