Landing gear collapse during runway exit at Churchill Airport

No fatalities • Churchill, Canada • Landing (descent or approach)

A landing gear failure caused an aircraft to sustain heavy damage while exiting the runway at Churchill Airport following a routine flight.

What happened

After completing a standard flight from Thompson, the crew of the aircraft arrived at Churchill Airport for landing. The approach and touchdown were performed without any reported issues. Once the aircraft was on the ground, the crew initiated braking maneuvers to slow the plane while transitioning off the active runway.

During this taxiing phase, the right main landing gear suffered a structural failure and collapsed. This collapse caused the right wing and the right propeller to make contact with the runway surface. The aircraft eventually came to a complete stop.

Findings

All five occupants on board were able to evacuate the aircraft type without injury. While there were no fatalities, the impact resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss due to damage that was beyond repair.

Probable cause

The collapse of the right main landing gear during the runway exit phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2014-03-09 ATR42-300 accident near Churchill, Canada?

A landing gear failure caused an aircraft to sustain heavy damage while exiting the runway at Churchill Airport following a routine flight.

Were there any fatalities in the 2014-03-09 ATR42-300 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2014-03-09 involved a ATR42-300, registration C-FJYV, operated by Calm Air International, at Churchill, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The collapse of the right main landing gear during the runway exit phase.

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