Cessna 172 crash near Sultanpur, India

2 fatalities • Sultanpur, India

A student pilot and a passenger were killed when their aircraft struck terrain during an attempt to return to their origin due to inclement weather.

What happened

On October 6, 2019, at approximately 0750 UTC, a Cessna 172, registration VT-RGF, crashed near Sultanpur, India. The flight was being conducted by a student pilot accompanied by one passenger. Prior to the accident, the pilot had requested permission to turn back because of bad weather conditions. During the maneuver, the aircraft impacted the terrain. The accident resulted in 2 fatalities; the student pilot and the passenger were both killed, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Oct 2019 CESSNA 172 accident near Sultanpur, India?

A student pilot and a passenger were killed when their aircraft struck terrain during an attempt to return to their origin due to inclement weather.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Oct 2019 CESSNA 172 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Oct 2019 involved a CESSNA 172, at Sultanpur, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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