Accident
On May 17, 2016, at approximately 1615 coordinated universal time (UTC), a Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28R-200 airplane, Norwegian registration LN-AAM, impacted trees and terrain near Halden, Norway. The airplane was destroyed during the impact. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was fatally injured.
Aircraft
The aircraft involved was a Piper PA-28R-200, registration LN-AAM, manufactured by Piper Aircraft, Inc. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident.
Flight
The flight originated from Stavanger/Sola Airport, near Stavanger, Norway, and was destined for Torsnes Airstrip, near Fredrikstad, Norway.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Accident Investigation Board of Norway (AIBN). This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the Norwegian government. Further information may be obtained from the AIBN.