1 fatality

Zivko Edge 540T Collides with Ground During Airshow in Qatar (N149WA)

Al Khor, Qatar

On March 7, 2014, a ZIVKO AERONAUTICS INC EDGE 540T (registration N149WA) operated by AIRCRAFT GUARANTY CORP TRUSTEE was involved in an aviation accident near Al Khor, Qatar. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On March 17, 2014, a Zivko Aeronautics Edge 540T (N149WA) was substantially damaged after colliding with the ground during an airshow performance at Al Khor Airport, Qatar. The commercial pilot sustained fatal injuries.

Accident Details

On March 17, 2014, at approximately 1725 local time, a Zivko Aeronautics Edge 540T, registration N149WA, was substantially damaged when it collided with the ground while performing in an airshow at Al Khor Airport (OTBK) in Al Khor, Qatar. The flight originated from the same airport. The commercial pilot on board was fatally injured.

Investigation

The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority. The authority has stated that any further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from the Air Safety Department in Doha, Qatar. No additional details regarding the circumstances leading to the collision have been released.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Mar 2014 ZIVKO AERONAUTICS INC EDGE 540T accident near Al Khor, Qatar?

On March 17, 2014, a Zivko Aeronautics Edge 540T (N149WA) was substantially damaged after colliding with the ground during an airshow performance at Al Khor Airport, Qatar. The commercial pilot sustained fatal injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Mar 2014 ZIVKO AERONAUTICS INC EDGE 540T accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Mar 2014 involved a ZIVKO AERONAUTICS INC EDGE 540T, registration N149WA, operated by AIRCRAFT GUARANTY CORP TRUSTEE, at Al Khor, Qatar.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

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