Occurrence
On 20 April 2016, an Exploits Valley Air Services Beech 1900D aircraft, operating as Air Canada flight EV7804, was en route from Goose Bay International Airport, Newfoundland and Labrador, to Gander International Airport, Newfoundland and Labrador. During an attempted landing on Runway 03 at approximately 9:30 pm local time, the nose landing gear collapsed. The aircraft slid to a stop on the runway.
Occupants and Injuries
The aircraft carried 14 passengers and two crew members. All occupants evacuated safely. Three passengers sustained minor injuries.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the incident, the weather was reported as windy from the north at 36 knots, gusting to 52 knots. Visibility was half a mile in light snow and blowing snow, with a ceiling of 700 feet.
Classification
This investigation was classified as a Class 4 investigation. Such investigations are limited in scope, and while final reports may contain limited analysis, they do not contain findings or recommendations.