Accident Overview
A twin-engine airplane operating an ambulance flight from North Bay to Arnprior was cleared for a VOR/DME approach to runway 28 under visual flight rules (VFR). The flight had been uneventful until the final approach segment.
Impact and Sequence
On short final, the aircraft descended too low and impacted the ground 50 meters short of the runway threshold. Upon impact, the nose landing gear collapsed. The airplane then slid for approximately 600 meters before coming to rest.
Occupants and Damage
The aircraft was carrying two pilots and a doctor. All three occupants evacuated the airplane safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Operational Context
The crew was conducting an ambulance flight. The approach was a VOR/DME approach to runway 28 under VFR conditions. No further operational details are available from the source.