Accident Overview
On June 1, 2013, at 1215 universal coordinated time (UTC), a SAAB model 91C (Safir) airplane with Swedish registration SE-KVC collided with terrain shortly after takeoff from Söderhamn Airport (ICAO: ESNY), located near Söderhamn, Sweden. A postimpact fire ensued, resulting in the destruction of the aircraft. The pilot sustained fatal injuries.
Flight Context
The flight was operated by F15 Flygklubb of Söderhamn, Sweden, under day visual meteorological conditions. It was conducted as part of a local airshow.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Swedish Government, specifically the Statens haverikommission (Swedish Accident Investigation Authority). They have provided contact information for further inquiries: P.O. Box 12538, SE-102 29 Stockholm, Sweden; telephone +46 8 508 862 00; fax +46 8 508 862 90; email [email protected]; website www.havkom.se.
The above information is based solely on the release from the Swedish Accident Investigation Authority.