Aircraft ground excursion at Bronson Creek Airport

No fatalities • Bronson Creek, Canada • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained significant damage after striking a snow wall during the landing phase at Bronson Creek Airport.

What happened

During the landing phase at Bronson Creek Airport, an aircraft experienced a ground excursion following its arrival on the runway. As the aircraft was decelerating, one of the primary landing gear components made contact with a snow wall located near the landing area. This impact caused the aircraft to lose directional control, leading to an uncontrolled movement across the ground before the vehicle finally came to a stop.

Findings

  • The incident resulted in no fatalities and no injuries among the four crew members on board.
  • The impact with the snow wall caused the aircraft to be damaged beyond repair.
  • The primary factor in the loss of control was the impact between the landing gear and a snow wall.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a snow wall with its landing gear during landing, causing a loss of control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1997-02-01 Douglas C-54 Skymaster accident near Bronson Creek, Canada?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after striking a snow wall during the landing phase at Bronson Creek Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1997-02-01 Douglas C-54 Skymaster accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-02-01 involved a Douglas C-54 Skymaster, registration N44909, operated by Brooks Fuel, at Bronson Creek, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a snow wall with its landing gear during landing, causing a loss of control.

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