Occurrence
On February 24, 2015, at 1825 Eastern Standard Time, Jazz Aviation LP flight JZA7795, a de Havilland DHC-8-102 (registration C-GTAI, serial number 078), was on a scheduled flight from Toronto/Lester B. Pearson International Airport, Ontario, to Sault Ste. Marie Airport, Ontario. During the approach to Runway 30, in conditions of twilight and reduced visibility due to blowing snow, the aircraft touched down approximately 450 feet prior to the runway threshold. After touchdown, the aircraft struck one of the runway approach lights. The aircraft came to a stop approximately 1500 feet past the threshold, on the runway surface.
Damage and Injuries
The aircraft sustained significant damage. There were no injuries to the passengers or to the crew.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada conducted a class 3 investigation into the occurrence. Class 3 investigations analyze a small number of safety issues and may result in recommendations; they are generally completed within 450 days. The investigation focused on the circumstances of the landing short of the runway and subsequent impact with the approach light.