On October 27, 2024, a Cessna 340 (registration N38CM) operated by Aircraft Guaranty Owner Trustee (AG Corp) was involved in an aviation accident near Orléans-Loiret (Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel), France during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft suffered a loss of altitude following a reported malfunction of the left engine during final approach. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced engine issues during its final approach to Orléans-Loiret Airport, resulting in a crash in a wooded area.
What happened
During the final approach phase at Orléans-Loiret (Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel) Airport, the pilot notified air traffic control regarding technical difficulties involving the left engine. Following this report, the aircraft experienced a significant loss of altitude. The plane subsequently struck several trees and came to rest in a forested region situated approximately 2.8 km before reaching the threshold of runway 05.
Findings
The incident was preceded by a reported malfunction of the left engine.
The impact occurred in a wooded area short of the runway.
There were five injuries reported among the occupants of the aircraft.
Probable cause
The aircraft suffered a loss of altitude following a reported malfunction of the left engine during final approach.
What happened in the 27 Oct 2024 Cessna 340 accident near Orléans-Loiret (Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel), France?
An aircraft experienced engine issues during its final approach to Orléans-Loiret Airport, resulting in a crash in a wooded area.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Oct 2024 Cessna 340 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Oct 2024 involved a Cessna 340, registration N38CM, operated by Aircraft Guaranty Owner Trustee (AG Corp), at Orléans-Loiret (Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel), France.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft suffered a loss of altitude following a reported malfunction of the left engine during final approach.
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