Forced landing of Cessna 206 following in-flight fire

No fatalities • Granville Mont-Saint Michel, France

A Cessna 206 performed an emergency landing in Granville, France, after a fire broke out inside the cabin.

What happened

On July 3, 2017, a Cessna 206 aircraft, registration F-GAMJ, was involved in an accident near Granville Mont-Saint Michel, France. While in flight, the aircraft experienced an inflight fire within the cabin. In response to the fire, the pilot conducted a forced landing.

The pilot was not injured during the event, though the aircraft sustained substantial damage as a result of the landing.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Jul 2017 CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY CESSNA U 206 G G accident near Granville Mont-Saint Michel, France?

A Cessna 206 performed an emergency landing in Granville, France, after a fire broke out inside the cabin.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 Jul 2017 CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY CESSNA U 206 G G accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Jul 2017 involved a CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY CESSNA U 206 G G, operated by VENDEE AVIATION, at Granville Mont-Saint Michel, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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