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Fatal Crash Near Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport (F-BRSA)

Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), FranceLanding (descent or approach)

On November 28, 1973, a Cessna 402 (registration F-BRSA) operated by Europair was involved in an aviation accident near Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), France during landing or approach. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area 8 km southeast of Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport while approaching from Lyon-Bron. The pilot was killed, and four passengers were injured.

Incident Overview and Location Details A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area known as the 'forêt de bois blanc' while on approach to Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport. The accident occurred approximately 8 kilometers southeast of the airport. The aircraft was operating a flight from Lyon-Bron at the time of the incident. ## Casualties and Circumstances The crash resulted in the death of the pilot, identified as Roger Delmas. All four passengers aboard the aircraft sustained injuries. The specific circumstances leading to the crash were not determined or stated in the available information.

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What happened in the 28 Nov 1973 Cessna 402 accident near Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), France?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area 8 km southeast of Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport while approaching from Lyon-Bron. The pilot was killed, and four passengers were injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Nov 1973 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Nov 1973 involved a Cessna 402, registration F-BRSA, operated by Europair, at Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), France.

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