No fatalities

1996-11-01: Swearingen SA226 Metro II (C-FHOZ) — Perimeter Aviation — Gods River, Canada

Gods River, CanadaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 1, 1996, a Swearingen SA226 Metro II (registration C-FHOZ) operated by Perimeter Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Gods River, Canada during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On final approach, the right main gear struck a snow berm short of the runway threshold. The aircraft landed past the threshold, the gear collapsed, and the aircraft slid and veered off the runway. All seven occupants exited uninjured.

Approach and Runway Contact

During the final approach to Gods River Airport runway 27, the right main landing gear contacted a snow berm located 105 meters short of the runway threshold. The flight crew elected to continue the approach, and the aircraft touched down 99 meters beyond the threshold.

Gear Collapse and Post-Landing Sequence

Upon touchdown, the right main gear collapsed. The aircraft slid forward for several dozen meters before veering to the right, departing the runway surface, and coming to rest.

Occupant Status and Damage

All seven occupants evacuated the aircraft without injury. The aircraft sustained damage beyond economical repair.