Occurrence
On 2 May 2023, a Cessna 182P aircraft was conducting a flight with a pilot and one passenger on board. As the aircraft was on final approach to land at the Langley Regional Airport, the right main landing gear struck a vehicle travelling on a road bordering the airport. Following the initial collision with the vehicle, the aircraft struck a fence and slid until it came to rest against a berm.
Occupant Response
The pilot was assisted to exit the aircraft unassisted, and the passenger was able to exit unassisted. Both occupants were transported to the hospital.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft was destroyed and there was a post-impact fire.
Investigation
This occurrence was investigated as a Class 4 investigation by the transportation safety authority. Class 4 investigations are limited in scope, and while the final reports may contain limited analysis, they do not contain findings or recommendations.