Piper PA-32R-300 terrain collision at Varberg Airport

No fatalities • Varberg, Sweden

A private Piper PA-32R-300 crashed into terrain during takeoff from Varberg Airport in Sweden.

What happened

On July 15, 2015, at 1402 UTC, a Piper PA-32R-300, registered SE-MCB, was performing a takeoff from Varberg Airport (ESGV) in Varberg, Sweden. The flight was scheduled to proceed to Anholt Airport (EKAT) in Denmark. During the takeoff phase, the aircraft experienced a loss of lift and subsequently collided with the terrain.

There were five people on board the aircraft. The accident resulted in one minor injury, while the remaining four occupants were not injured. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jul 2015 PIPER PA-32R-300 accident near Varberg, Sweden?

A private Piper PA-32R-300 crashed into terrain during takeoff from Varberg Airport in Sweden.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jul 2015 PIPER PA-32R-300 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jul 2015 involved a PIPER PA-32R-300, at Varberg, Sweden.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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