AWO660 departed runway 02, when pilot reported engine problems. The aircraft returned and landed safely on runway 27 at 0112Z. ERS was on standby. Victoria Tower reported that several aircraft held on the ground and in the air for 5-7 minutes.

ON ARRIVAL AR FORT ST. JOHN, A/C UNABLE TO DETERMINE IF NOSE GEAR WAS DOWN. RETURNED TO EDMONTON MUNICIPAL . CFR STANDBY. LANDED SAFELY.