Occurrence
On 24 July 2022, a privately registered Cessna 172P was conducting a visual flight rules (VFR) flight from Victoria International Airport to Qualicum Beach Airport, both in British Columbia, Canada. The flight was piloted by a single occupant.
Sequence of Events
As the aircraft approached Qualicum Beach Airport from the southeast, the engine began to sputter and decelerated to approximately 1200 RPM. The pilot decided to perform an emergency landing. During this attempt, the aircraft briefly contacted the runway surface beyond the midpoint of the runway and then became airborne again.
Go-Around and Descent
The pilot initiated a go-around and entered a steep right turn. Subsequently, the aircraft rapidly descended in a right bank and nose-down attitude and impacted terrain.
Post-Impact
The 406 MHz emergency locator transmitter activated, and local emergency services arrived on the scene shortly after. The pilot received serious injuries, and the aircraft was substantially damaged.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) conducted a Class 4 investigation, which is limited in scope and does not include findings or recommendations.