Accident Overview
On February 20, 2008, at approximately 1852 UTC, a Beech 95-55, registration F-BPJF, serial number TC-1143, crashed near Auxerre Airfield (LFAQ) in France. The aircraft, operated by a French private pilot, experienced a loss of engine power and subsequently impacted terrain. The pilot was killed, and the lone passenger sustained serious injuries. The airplane was destroyed. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident.
Aircraft and Flight Details
The Beech 95-55 was a twin-engine model, though specific engine details are not available in the source. The cross-country flight originated from Bourg Ceyzeriat, France (LFHS) and was en route to Toussus-Le-Noble, France. The aircraft was registered in France with the registration F-BPJF.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Government of France, specifically the Bureau d'Enquetes et d'Analyses pour la Securite de l'Aviation civile (BEA), located at Batiment 153, Aeroport du Bourget, 93350 Le Bourget, France. Further information may be obtained from the BEA. The probable cause of the accident has not been officially stated in the released information.