Accident Overview
On July 19, 2017, at approximately 0903 coordinated universal time, a Piper J3C-65 airplane, Finnish registration OH-PAD, was destroyed following a collision with trees and terrain. The accident site was near Laukaa, Finland. The pilot sustained fatal injuries.
Flight Details
The airplane had departed from a private airstrip near Laukaa, Finland, at about 0855. It was returning to that same airstrip when it collided with trees and terrain.
Investigation
This investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Finnish government. Further information may be obtained from the Safety Investigation Authority, Finland, located at Ratapihantie 9, 00520 Helsinki, Finland, tel. +358 2956 66870, fax +358 9876 4375.
This report is for informational purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the BEA of France.