Incident Overview
On 22 November 2023, at 01:38 UTC, a Pilatus PC-12/45 aircraft, registration C-GEOW, operated by North Star Air Ltd., experienced a runway excursion during landing at Kasabonika Airport (CYAQ), Ontario, Canada. The flight originated from Sioux Lookout Airport (CYXL), Ontario, with 2 pilots and 5 passengers on board.
Occurrence Details
During the landing on Runway 03, the aircraft overran the departure end of the runway and came to rest approximately 350 feet beyond the runway threshold. The aircraft was substantially damaged. The Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) activated upon impact.
Occupant Status
All 2 pilots and 5 passengers were uninjured.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has opened an investigation into the incident. The Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (STSB) issued a notification on 12 December 2023 regarding the occurrence.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft, a Pilatus PC-12/45, is a single-engine turboprop utility aircraft. It is registered in Canada and owned and operated by North Star Air Ltd.