Piper PA-28-161 Accident Near Svolvaer Airport

2 fatalities • Helle, Norway

A Piper aircraft crashed into the water near Helle, Norway, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On February 11, 2018, at approximately 2000 UTC, a Piper PA-28-161, registered as LN-TOS, crashed into the water near Svolvaer Airport (ENSH) in Helle, Norway. The flight was operating under night conditions and had departed from ENSH with a planned destination of Langnes, Norway. The aircraft was owned and operated by a flying club.

The impact resulted in 2 fatal injuries for the pilot and passenger on board. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident.

Probable cause

not provided

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Feb 2018 Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28-161 accident near Helle, Norway?

A Piper aircraft crashed into the water near Helle, Norway, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Feb 2018 Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28-161 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Feb 2018 involved a Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA-28-161, operated by Tromsø Flyklubb, at Helle, Norway.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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