Vans RV6 accident at St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil

1 fatality • St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil, Canada

A single-engine aircraft crashed into terrain during its initial climb from a local flight in Quebec.

What happened

On June 28, 2016, at approximately 1350 UTC, a Vans RV6, registration C-FTUO, crashed near the St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil (CSB3) airport in Quebec, Canada. The aircraft was being operated by a private individual for a local flight, and no flight plan had been filed for the mission.

The aircraft departed from Runway 15. During the initial climb, witnesses heard a loud bang, after which the airplane was seen descending. The aircraft struck level terrain in a field roughly 1,000 feet from the end of the runway and continued to travel 220 feet beyond the initial impact point. A fire occurred following the collision. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, sustained 1 fatal injury. The aircraft was substantially destroyed.

At the time of the accident, weather conditions were characterized by visual meteorological conditions (VMC).

Probable cause

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Jun 2016 VANS RV6 accident near St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil, Canada?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into terrain during its initial climb from a local flight in Quebec.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Jun 2016 VANS RV6 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Jun 2016 involved a VANS RV6, at St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

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