Occurrence
On 22 April 2022, a Mooney M20K, registration C-GQMS, was conducting a round-robin instrument flight rules (IFR) flight from Springbank Airport (CYBW), Alberta, with two pilots on board. While on approach to runway 35, the aircraft descended and struck the ground approximately 0.6 nautical miles short of the runway threshold. There was no post-impact fire.
Injuries
The pilot occupying the left seat was fatally injured. The pilot in the right seat sustained serious injuries.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada conducted a class 4 investigation, which is limited in scope. Such investigations may contain limited analysis but do not produce findings or recommendations. The investigation was completed within 220 days.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft was a Mooney M20K. Additional details about the aircraft, such as engine or maintenance history, were not included in the source.
Operation
The flight was operated under IFR on a round-robin flight plan, meaning it departed and was scheduled to return to the same airport. The approach was to runway 35 at Springbank Airport.