Aircraft crash in Mumbai following test flight

4 fatalities • Mumbai, India • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a building under construction in Mumbai's Ghatkopar West district during a post-maintenance test flight, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

Following the completion of technical maintenance work, a test flight was conducted involving two pilots and two engineers. The twin engine airplane took off from Mumbai-Juhu Airport to perform various maneuvers over the metropolitan area. During the return portion of the flight, the aircraft encountered heavy rainfall. While on approach, the aircraft became uncontrollable and struck a building currently under construction in the Ghatkopar West district, situated approximately 3 km east of Mumbai International Airport.

The impact and subsequent fire caused the total destruction of the aircraft. All four occupants on board the plane were killed in the accident. Additionally, the crash resulted in three injuries to individuals located on the ground near the impact site.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in conditions of heavy rain during its approach.
  • The crash occurred during a scheduled test flight following maintenance procedures.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during an approach in heavy rainfall, leading to a collision with a building.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2018-06-28 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Mumbai, India?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a building under construction in Mumbai's Ghatkopar West district during a post-maintenance test flight, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2018-06-28 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2018-06-28 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration VT-UPZ, operated by U.Y. Aviation Private Ltd, at Mumbai, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during an approach in heavy rainfall, leading to a collision with a building.

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