8 fatalities

Fatal aircraft crash near Guangzhou-Baiyun Airport (F-BVRP)

Guangzhou-Baiyun, ChinaTakeoff (climb)

On April 4, 1983, a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air (registration F-BVRP) operated by Total France was involved in an aviation accident near Guangzhou-Baiyun, China during takeoff. 8 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost control during the climb phase shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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Aircraft registered F-BVRP
Aircraft registered F-BVRP. Photo: Rob Hodgkins / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing Guangzhou-Baiyun Airport, resulting in the deaths of all eight people on board.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Guangzhou-Baiyun Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control during its initial climb. The accident occurred approximately four minutes into the flight, with the aircraft impacting the ground a few kilometers away from the departure airfield.

There were eight fatalities recorded in the accident, involving all occupants on board. The passengers and crew consisted of three Chinese nationals and five French citizens.

Findings

During the ascent phase, the aircraft became uncontrollable, leading to the impact near the airport perimeter.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during the climb phase shortly after takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Apr 1983 Beechcraft 200 Super King Air accident near Guangzhou-Baiyun, China?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing Guangzhou-Baiyun Airport, resulting in the deaths of all eight people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Apr 1983 Beechcraft 200 Super King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Apr 1983 involved a Beechcraft 200 Super King Air, registration F-BVRP, operated by Total France, at Guangzhou-Baiyun, China.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during the climb phase shortly after takeoff.