SAINT-GEORGES, Quebec, November 11, 2026 — A pilot was killed after a small aircraft involved in Remembrance Day commemorations crashed near Saint-Georges Airport in Quebec’s Beauce region on Wednesday morning.
The plane went down at approximately 11 a.m. local time near 30th Avenue and 10th Street, close to Parc des Sept-Chutes. Emergency crews responded to the scene, where the aircraft reportedly caught fire following the crash.
Quebec Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon confirmed the pilot’s death and extended condolences to the family. The pilot’s identity has not been confirmed in the reports reviewed.
Aircraft Was Involved in Remembrance Day Flypast
Saint-Georges Mayor Manon Bougie told French-language television network LCN that the aircraft had departed from the local airport and was flying alongside other planes as part of Remembrance Day activities.
The aircraft subsequently crashed in a wooded area near the airport. The precise circumstances leading to the crash have not been established.
Local publication L’Éclaireur Progrès reported that several emergency vehicles attended the scene. Police established a security perimeter while emergency personnel responded to the wreckage.
The Sûreté du Québec confirmed the crash. Initial reports described the pilot as critically injured before the fatality was subsequently confirmed.
Quebec Premier and Mayor Respond to Fatal Crash
Quebec Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon expressed condolences following confirmation of the pilot’s death.
“I would like to extend my sincere condolences to their family and loved ones.”
The premier said he was in contact with the provincial government to obtain additional information and determine whether assistance could be provided.
Saint-Georges Mayor Manon Bougie described the accident as particularly tragic because it occurred during Remembrance Day commemorations.
“We couldn’t have imagined a worse scenario on this day.”
Her remarks were reported by Le Journal de Montréal following an interview with LCN. The quotation above is translated from French.
Charles Milliard also expressed condolences to the pilot’s family and others affected by the crash.
Investigation Into Saint-Georges Plane Crash
The cause of the crash has not been established. Authorities have not confirmed whether weather conditions, a mechanical issue or another factor contributed to the accident.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada was notified of the incident, according to local reporting.
The aircraft’s model, registration and the pilot’s identity had not been publicly confirmed in the reports reviewed. Further information about the circumstances of the flight remains outstanding.
The accident occurred as Canadians observed Remembrance Day on November 11, honouring members of the armed forces who served and died in conflict. Communities across the country marked the occasion with ceremonies, moments of silence and commemorative events. Readers can find more information in our Remembrance Day 2026 guide to ceremonies and service changes across Canada.
Developing story: This article reflects confirmed information available on November 11, 2026. Additional details will be included as authorities release verified updates.
Sources: CityNews, Le Journal de Montréal, L’Éclaireur Progrès.
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