Incident Overview
On 27 January 2024, a Beech 200 aircraft operated by Beaver Air Services was involved in an occurrence at St. Andrews Airport, Manitoba. The aircraft was conducting a daytime visual flight rules (VFR) repositioning flight from Winnipeg/James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Winnipeg/St. Andrews Airport. Only the pilot was on board.
Sequence of Events
During the approach to St. Andrews Airport, the aircraft entered a right-hand circuit to prepare for landing. While on the downwind leg, approximately 2 to 3 miles from the runway, the control tower instructed the pilot to turn onto the base leg and provided clearance to land on the designated runway (Runway 18). However, the aircraft subsequently landed on Taxiway B, which is located to the right and parallel to Runway 18.
Investigation Status
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is investigating the occurrence. The investigation is classified as a Class 3 investigation, which analyzes a small number of safety issues and may result in recommendations. Class 3 investigations are generally completed within 450 days.
Aircraft and Operator Information
The aircraft involved was a Beech 200. The operator is Beaver Air Services. No further details about the aircraft or operator were provided in the initial report.