Occurrence
On 27 November 2024, a Boeing 737-400 operated by Nolinor Aviation was conducting an instrument flight rules flight from Québec/Jean-Lesage International Airport (CYQB) to Bagotville Airport (CYBG), Quebec. The aircraft carried 87 passengers and 7 crew members.
During the approach to CYBG, the flight crew encountered an issue with a flap. They declared a state of emergency and diverted the aircraft to Montreal International Airport (Mirabel) (CYMX), Quebec.
Landing and Gear Collapse
After landing on Runway 24, the aircraft decelerated with the flaps retracted. During this deceleration, the left main landing gear collapsed, causing the left engine to contact the ground. The aircraft continued down the runway, supported on its left side by the engine, until it came to a complete stop.
Emergency Response and Evacuation
The crew made a distress call to air traffic services, and firefighting services were immediately deployed to the site. Passengers and crew evacuated the aircraft via the emergency slides. No injuries were reported during the evacuation.
Damage and Investigation
The aircraft sustained major damage, but there was no fire. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has launched a class 3 investigation, which focuses on a limited number of safety issues and may issue recommendations.