1 fatality

27 Feb 2016: ZLIN Z242L — Hong Kong Aviation Club Ltd — Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

On 27 Feb 2016, a ZLIN Z242L operated by Hong Kong Aviation Club Ltd was involved in an aviation accident near Hong Kong, Hong Kong. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On February 27, 2016, a Zlin Z242L (registration B-LUR) crashed into Tolo Harbour near Tai Po, Hong Kong. The sole pilot was fatally injured. The aircraft was substantially damaged.

Accident Overview

On February 27, 2016, at approximately 0610 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Zlin Z242L aircraft, bearing Hong Kong registration B-LUR, was substantially damaged when it impacted the water under unknown circumstances near Tolo Harbour, Tai Po, Hong Kong. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft, sustained fatal injuries.

Aircraft and Operator

The aircraft was a Zlin Z242L. It was operated by the Hong Kong Aviation Club Ltd. The flight had departed from Shek Kong Airfield (VHSK) in Shek Kong, New Territories, Hong Kong, at an unspecified time.

Investigation

The investigation into this accident is under the jurisdiction of the government of Hong Kong. Further information can be obtained from the Accident Investigation Division of the Civil Aviation Department, Hong Kong SAR.