Incident Overview
Following an uneventful flight from Fort Saint John, the crew initiated a night approach to Grande Prairie Airport. The aircraft touched down slightly to the left of the runway centerline. The runway was covered with approximately two inches of snow.
Sequence of Events
After touchdown, the left wing of the aircraft struck a windrow of snow. The aircraft then went out of control, veered off the runway, and came to rest in snow. The five occupants escaped uninjured, while the aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Aircraft and Operation
The flight originated from Fort Saint John. Details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, and specific date of the incident were not provided in the source material. The approach and landing were conducted during night conditions.
Runway Condition
The runway surface was reported to be snow-covered, with about two inches of snow present. The presence of a snow windrow alongside the runway was a factor in the wing strike.