1 fatality

15 Aug 2017: PIPER PA36 375 — Martinez Ridao Aviacion SL — Vejer de la Frontera, Spain

Vejer de la Frontera, Spain

On 15 Aug 2017, a PIPER PA36 375 operated by Martinez Ridao Aviacion SL was involved in an aviation accident near Vejer de la Frontera, Spain. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 10 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On August 15, 2017, a Piper PA-36-375 aircraft (EC-EHB) impacted terrain during fumigation operations near Vejer de la Frontera, Spain, resulting in fatal injuries to the pilot.

Accident Overview

On August 15, 2017, a Piper PA-36-375 airplane (EC-EHB) impacted terrain during fumigation operations in the vicinity of Vejer de la Frontera, a town in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia, southern Spain. The pilot was fatally injured.

Aircraft Information

The aircraft was a Piper PA-36-375, serial number 36-8102001, with Spanish registration EC-EHB. It was engaged in fumigation operations at the time of the accident.

Investigation

The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Spanish Civil Aviation and Incident Investigation Commission (CIAIAC). The investigator in charge is Ms. Esperanza Herraiz. Further information may be obtained from [email protected]. This report is for informational purposes only and contains only information released by the CIAIAC of Spain.