Fatal Beechcraft Baron accident near Qaroun Lake, Egypt

3 fatalities • Qaroun Lake, Egypt

A twin-engine training aircraft crashed into desert terrain in Egypt, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

On December 15, 2017, at approximately 0930 UTC, a Textron/Beech Model 58 aircraft, registration SU-BLD, crashed into desert terrain. The accident occurred roughly 18 kilometers north of Qaroun Lake, Egypt. The aircraft, operated by the Egyptian Aviation Academy, sustained substantial damage upon impact. The flight crew, consisting of one training pilot and two trainees, all sustained 3 fatal injuries.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Dec 2017 BEECH 58 accident near Qaroun Lake, Egypt?

A twin-engine training aircraft crashed into desert terrain in Egypt, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Dec 2017 BEECH 58 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Dec 2017 involved a BEECH 58, operated by Egyptian Aviation Academy, at Qaroun Lake, Egypt.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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