Socata TBM 700 crash near Zemyo, Japan

2 fatalities • Zemyo, Japan

A United States registered Socata TBM 700 crashed into mountainous terrain in Nara Prefecture, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On August 14, 2017, at 12:15 Japan standard time, a Socata TBM 700, registration N702AV, crashed into mountains near Zemyo in Nara Prefecture, Japan. The aircraft was being operated by a private individual on a flight originating from Yao Airport with a destination of Fukushima Airport.

The impact with the terrain destroyed the aircraft. The flight involved two people, and both the pilot and one passenger sustained 2 fatal injuries.

Probable cause

The official probable cause is not available.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Aug 2017 SOCATA TBM 700 NO SERIES accident near Zemyo, Japan?

A United States registered Socata TBM 700 crashed into mountainous terrain in Nara Prefecture, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Aug 2017 SOCATA TBM 700 NO SERIES accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Aug 2017 involved a SOCATA TBM 700 NO SERIES, registration N702AV, at Zemyo, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The official probable cause is not available.

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