Quicksilver GT-500 crash in Melaka, Malaysia

1 fatality • Melaka, Malaysia

A Quicksilver GT-500 aircraft crashed into a river shortly after takeoff from Sungai Rambai Aerodrome.

What happened

On October 14, 2017, at approximately 11:30 local time, a Quicksilver GT-500, registration 9M-EAC, was involved in an accident in Melaka, Malaysia. The aircraft had departed from Sungai Rambai Aerodrome and, shortly after takeoff, collided with a river.

The accident resulted in 1 fatality and 1 serious injury.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Oct 2017 QUICKSILVER GT500 accident near Melaka, Malaysia?

A Quicksilver GT-500 aircraft crashed into a river shortly after takeoff from Sungai Rambai Aerodrome.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Oct 2017 QUICKSILVER GT500 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Oct 2017 involved a QUICKSILVER GT500, at Melaka, Malaysia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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