Occurrence Details
On 2 November 2017, a Fairchild SA227-AC Metro III aircraft was conducting a repositioning flight from Gods River, Manitoba (CZGI) to Thompson, Manitoba (CYTH). Approximately 40 nautical miles southeast of Thompson, the crew notified air traffic control of a low oil pressure indication on the left engine and indicated that the engine may need to be shut down. The aircraft landed at Thompson with both engines operating. Upon landing, the aircraft veered to the right and departed the runway surface.
Aircraft and Flight Information
The aircraft involved was a Fairchild SA227-AC Metro III, a twin-engine turboprop regional airliner. The flight was a repositioning move with no passengers on board. The flight crew consisted of a pilot and a co-pilot.
Injuries and Damage
Both the pilot and co-pilot were transported to hospital with minor injuries. The aircraft sustained substantial damage as a result of the runway excursion.