Swedish Transport Agency addresses SHK safety recommendation following airport collision

Casualties unknown • Accident at Vängsö Airport, SE

The Swedish Transport Agency has implemented measures following a safety recommendation issued after an aircraft collided with a vehicle at Gnesta/Vängsö airport.

What happened

An incident occurred at Gnesta/Vängsö airport involving a collision between an aircraft and a car. The event led to the publication of the final investigation report RL 2018:01 by the Swedish Accident Investigation Authority (SHK).

The investigation

Following the collision, the SHK conducted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the event. As a result of the findings, the authority issued a formal safety recommendation directed at the Swedish Transport Agency to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

Safety action

In response to the investigation's findings, the Swedish Transport Agency has detailed the specific measures it has taken to address the safety concerns raised. The SHK has reviewed the agency's response and determined that the actions taken are sufficient to address the recommendation, officially closing the matter.

Probable cause

The source does not provide the specific technical cause of the collision, only that a safety recommendation was issued and subsequently addressed by the Swedish Transport Agency.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2017-06-27 aircraft accident near Accident at Vängsö Airport, SE?

The Swedish Transport Agency has implemented measures following a safety recommendation issued after an aircraft collided with a vehicle at Gnesta/Vängsö airport.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2017-06-27 involved a aircraft, at Accident at Vängsö Airport, SE.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The source does not provide the specific technical cause of the collision, only that a safety recommendation was issued and subsequently addressed by the Swedish Transport Agency.

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