What happened
During an approach to Three Hills Airport, a single-engine airplane encountered challenging weather conditions. While maneuvering in the area, the aircraft descended too low and impacted the ground. The force of the impact caused the plane to lose its left wing before it eventually came to a stop in a field covered in snow.
All three people on board were successfully rescued from the wreckage. Among the occupants, one passenger sustained slight injuries, while the others were unharmed. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.
Findings
- The pilot was operating the aircraft in poor weather conditions during the approach phase.
- The impact with the ground resulted in the separation of the left wing.