Canada· August 16, 2026 at 08:59 p.m.
Ongoing Rescue Operation for Missing Ontario Pilot in Kawartha Lakes
Key takeaways
- Search operation ongoing for missing pilot David Douglas
- Disappearance occurred at Oshawa Executive Airport
- Public assistance requested in locating the missing aircraft
A large-scale search operation is underway in Ontario's Kawartha Lakes region, focusing on locating an overdue aircraft and its pilot, David Douglas. The search began on Sunday following Douglas' disappearance after he departed from Oshawa Executive Airport on Friday morning at approximately 8:30 a.m., as per the Trenton Joint Rescue Coordination Centre. Durham Regional Police have requested public assistance in locating Douglas, who was flying an amateur-built light blue and yellow aircraft. The family of the missing pilot has asked individuals in the cottage area to report any unusual sightings or sounds related to the aircraft on Friday morning. Richard Wiltshire, a cousin of Douglas, described him as a seasoned leisure flyer, expressing hope for his safe return.
