Piper PA-34-200T crash near Las Marias Airport

1 fatality • Valdivia, Chile

A Piper PA-34-200T crashed into terrain during its approach to Valdivia, Chile, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

On April 6, 2009, at 1634 local time, a Piper PA-34-200T, registered as CC-CJK, was on approach to Las Marias Airport (SCVL) in Valdivia, Chile, when the aircraft experienced a loss of control in flight. The aircraft descended rapidly and struck the terrain approximately 10 miles west of the airport.

The accident resulted in 1 fatality and 2 serious injuries among the pilot and two passengers. The flight was being operated under Chilean flight regulations.

Probable cause

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Apr 2009 PIPER PA-34 200T accident near Valdivia, Chile?

A Piper PA-34-200T crashed into terrain during its approach to Valdivia, Chile, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Apr 2009 PIPER PA-34 200T accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Apr 2009 involved a PIPER PA-34 200T, at Valdivia, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

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