Cessna S550 crash near George, South Africa

3 fatalities • George, South Africa

A Cessna S550 crashed into mountainous terrain during an aerial surveying mission near George, South Africa.

What happened

On January 23, 2020, at approximately 0853 UTC, a Cessna S5 Rand (registration ZS-CAR) struck mountainous terrain near George, South Africa. The aircraft was performing aerial surveying operations at the time of the accident.

The impact resulted in 3 fatal injuries, involving the two crew members and one passenger on board. The aircraft was destroyed during the event.

Probable cause

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Jan 2020 CESSNA S550 accident near George, South Africa?

A Cessna S550 crashed into mountainous terrain during an aerial surveying mission near George, South Africa.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Jan 2020 CESSNA S550 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Jan 2020 involved a CESSNA S550, at George, South Africa.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The official probable cause was not provided in the source material.

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