Britten-Norman demonstration flight crash

No fatalities • Rawalpindi, India • Landing (descent or approach)

A Britten-Norman demonstration flight ended in a crash after the aircraft struck an obstacle during its final approach.

What happened

During a scheduled demonstration flight conducted for the British manufacturer Britten-Norman, a twin engine aircraft was performing its final approach sequence. As the crew reached the last segment of the descent toward the runway, the aircraft collided with an obstacle situated close to the runway threshold.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. While the accident led to two injuries among the crew members, no fatalities were reported from the incident.

Findings

  • The collision occurred specifically during the final segment of the approach phase.
  • An obstacle located near the threshold of the runway was the primary point of impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck an object positioned near the runway threshold during the final stage of its approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-04-07 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Rawalpindi, India?

A Britten-Norman demonstration flight ended in a crash after the aircraft struck an obstacle during its final approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-04-07 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-04-07 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration G-AXRJ, operated by Britten-Norman, at Rawalpindi, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck an object positioned near the runway threshold during the final stage of its approach.

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