Incident
On approach to Toronto-Malton Airport, the crew encountered poor weather conditions including thunderstorm activity and heavy rainfall. The aircraft descended below the glide path during the approach and struck the ground.
Details
Upon impact, the undercarriage and engines were sheared off. The aircraft slid for several yards before coming to rest 3,400 feet short of the runway threshold. All 38 occupants were evacuated from the aircraft. Ten occupants sustained injuries. The aircraft was destroyed.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the accident was the consequence of a misjudged approach on the part of the flying crew, but weather conditions were considered as poor with the presence of windshear.