Piper PA-28 collision with hay bales near Black Diamond, Alberta

1 fatality • Black Diamond, Canada

A Piper PA-28-161 crashed into hay bales while departing a field in Alberta, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

On July 30, 2018, at approximately 0133 Coordinated Universal Time, a Piper PA-28-161 with registration C-GVZJ was involved in an accident near Black Diamond, Alberta, Canada. The aircraft was attempting to depart from a cut hay field when it collided with hay bales.

The accident resulted in 1 fatality and one person sustaining serious injuries.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Jul 2018 Piper PA28 161 accident near Black Diamond, Canada?

A Piper PA-28-161 crashed into hay bales while departing a field in Alberta, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jul 2018 Piper PA28 161 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Jul 2018 involved a Piper PA28 161, at Black Diamond, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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