Cessna 208B veers off runway at Pikangikum Airport

Casualties unknown • Pikangikum Airport, Ontario, CA

A Superior Airways flight experienced a runway excursion during approach to Pikangikum Airport due to fog conditions.

What happened

On 12 September 2023, a Cessna 208B was performing a scheduled flight departing from Red Lake Airport, Ontario. The aircraft, operated by Superior Airways, was carrying a pilot and six passengers at the time of the incident.

While attempting to land on Runway 27 at Pikangered Airport, Ontario, the aircraft encountered fog. This reduced visibility resulted in a long landing on the runway. Following the touchdown, the aircraft continued down the runway and eventually rolled off the end of the paved surface. The impact caused damage to the aircraft's propeller, but there were no injuries reported among the occupants.

The investigation

The TSB conducted a Class 4 investigation into the event. This type of investigation is limited in scope and focuses on the immediate circumstances of the occurrence.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a runway excursion after a long landing caused by the aircraft entering fog during its approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2023-09-12 Cessna 208B, C-FYMK accident near Pikangikum Airport, Ontario, CA?

A Superior Airways flight experienced a runway excursion during approach to Pikangikum Airport due to fog conditions.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2023-09-12 involved a Cessna 208B, C-FYMK, operated by Superior Airways Limited, at Pikangikum Airport, Ontario, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a runway excursion after a long landing caused by the aircraft entering fog during its approach to the runway.

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