SAAB 91C collision with terrain near Söderhamn, Sweden

1 fatality • Söderhamn, Sweden

A SAAB 91C aircraft crashed into terrain shortly after takeoff during an airshow flight in Sweden.

What happened

On June 1, 2013, at 12:15 UTC, a SAAB 91C (Safir), registration SE-KVZ, collided with terrain shortly after departing from Söderhamn Airport (ESNY) near Söderhamn, Sweden. The aircraft was being operated by F15 Flygklubb for a local airshow flight. At the time of the accident, weather conditions were characterized by day visual meteorological conditions (VMC).

Following the impact, a post-impact fire occurred, which destroyed the airplane. The pilot sustained 1 fatal injury.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Jun 2013 SAAB 91C accident near Söderhamn, Sweden?

A SAAB 91C aircraft crashed into terrain shortly after takeoff during an airshow flight in Sweden.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Jun 2013 SAAB 91C accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Jun 2013 involved a SAAB 91C, operated by F15 Flygklubb, at Söderhamn, Sweden.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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