1 fatality

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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data 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.