What happened
During the final approach phase at Frobisher Bay Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a sudden loss of control while positioned approximately 40 feet above the runway threshold. The aircraft underwent a significant roll to the left, leading to an uncontrolled descent.
As the plane descended, the left wing made contact with the Instrument Landing System (ILS) antenna. This impact caused the separation of the left engine from the airframe. Following the structural failure, the aircraft impacted the ground in a nose-first orientation and came to a stop in an overturned position on the left side of the runway.
Findings
- The accident resulted in one fatality involving the pilot.
- There were five injuries sustained by the occupants of the aircraft.
- The primary sequence of events was initiated by the aircraft rolling to the left and striking the ILS antenna during the approach.