Occurrence
On a local visual flight rules flight from Montréal/St-Hubert Airport, Quebec, a Beechcraft King Air 100 (registration C-GJSU, serial number B-88) operated by Aviation Flycie Inc. experienced a loss of power in both engines. The engines, Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-28 models, stopped due to fuel exhaustion as the aircraft was approaching Runway 24R at the departure airport. The pilot diverted to the St-Mathieu-de-Beloeil Airport and subsequently attempted a forced landing in a field located 0.5 nautical mile west of that airport. The aircraft struck the ground 30 feet short of the selected field at 1725 Eastern Daylight Time. The flight took place during daylight hours, and there was no fire.
Damage and Injuries
The aircraft sustained extensive damage. The four occupants—one pilot and three passengers—suffered minor injuries. The emergency locator transmitter activated upon impact.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada conducted a class 3 investigation into the occurrence. The investigation analyzed a small number of safety issues related to the fuel exhaustion.