2 fatalities

Cirrus SR-20 Accident near Poncins, France

Poncins, France

On July 31, 2013, a CIRRUS DESIGN CORP. SR20 NO SERIES operated by AERO CLUB DU RHONE ET DU SUD EST was involved in an aviation accident near Poncins, France. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A Cirrus SR-20 (F-HCPT) impacted terrain near Poncins, France on July 31, 2013, fatally injuring both occupants. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the French BEA.

Accident Summary

On July 31, 2013, at approximately 1420 UTC, a Cirrus SR-20 airplane bearing the registration F-HCPT struck the ground near Poncins, France. The two individuals on board sustained fatal injuries as a result of the accident.

Investigation Authority

The investigation into this accident falls under the jurisdiction of the French government. The agency responsible for the inquiry is the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (Bureau d'Enquêtes et d'Analyses, or BEA) of France, which is based at Le Bourget Airport. Further information regarding the investigation can be obtained directly from the BEA at their official address.

The information presented in this article is derived exclusively from the official release by the French BEA and is intended for informational purposes only.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Jul 2013 CIRRUS DESIGN CORP. SR20 NO SERIES accident near Poncins, France?

A Cirrus SR-20 (F-HCPT) impacted terrain near Poncins, France on July 31, 2013, fatally injuring both occupants. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the French BEA.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Jul 2013 CIRRUS DESIGN CORP. SR20 NO SERIES accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Jul 2013 involved a CIRRUS DESIGN CORP. SR20 NO SERIES, operated by AERO CLUB DU RHONE ET DU SUD EST, at Poncins, France.