Accident Overview
On August 14, 2017, at 1215 Japan standard time, a United States registered Socata TBM 700 airplane, registration N702AV, operated by a private individual, was destroyed when it impacted mountainous terrain under unknown circumstances near Zemyo in Nara Prefecture, Japan. The pilot and one passenger sustained fatal injuries.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Yao Airport and was destined for Fukushima Airport. No further information regarding the flight plan or circumstances leading to the accident has been released.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Japan Transport Safety Board (JTSB). This report is for informational purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the Japanese government. Further information may be obtained from the JTSB.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft was a Socata TBM 700, a single-engine turboprop. No additional details about the aircraft's maintenance history or pilot qualifications have been provided.