Occurrence
On a scheduled flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, Ontario, to Sault Ste. Marie Airport, Ontario, a Porter Airlines Bombardier DHC-8-402 (registration C-GLQO, serial number 4270) operating as POE689 struck its tail on the runway during touchdown on Runway 30 at 2216 Eastern Daylight Time. After landing, the aircraft taxied to the gate, where passengers deplaned without injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage. The event took place during hours of darkness, and the emergency locator transmitter was not activated.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada conducted a class 3 investigation. Class 3 investigations analyze a small number of safety issues and may result in recommendations. They are generally completed within 450 days.