Cessna Citation 500 crash near Biggin Hill Airport

5 fatalities • Farnborough, Ke, United Kingdom

A business jet crashed into a residence in Farnborough, UK, shortly after departing Biggin Hill Airport.

What happened

On March 30, 2008, at 13:38 UTC, a Cessna Citation 500, bearing registration VP-BGE, crashed into a residence in Farnborough, Kent, United Kingdom. The aircraft had departed from Biggin Hill Airport at 13:33 on runway 21. The flight was operating under instrument flight rules with a destination of Pau, France.

Shortly after takeoff, the copilot requested to return to the airport, reporting that the crew was experiencing an engine vibration. The aircraft was destroyed upon impact with the building. There were 5 fatal injuries among the two flight crew members and three passengers.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Mar 2008 Cessna 500 accident near Farnborough, Ke, United Kingdom?

A business jet crashed into a residence in Farnborough, UK, shortly after departing Biggin Hill Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Mar 2008 Cessna 500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Mar 2008 involved a Cessna 500, operated by Relton Mews Air Limited, at Farnborough, Ke, United Kingdom.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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