2 fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Génova (N113FT)

Génova, GuatemalaFlight

On May 27, 2018, a Cessna 421 Golden Eagle (registration N113FT) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Génova, Guatemala in flight. 2 people were killed. 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.

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A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field near Génova, killing both occupants. The aircraft came to rest upside down. The registration N113FT was found to be false, as it is officially attributed to a Piper PA-46, suggesting the flight was illegal.

Incident Overview and Casualties A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field near Génova under unknown circumstances. The aircraft came to rest upside down, and both occupants were killed in the incident. The specific cause of the crash remains undetermined based on the available information. ## Registration and Legal Status The aircraft was found to be operating under a false registration. The registration N113FT is officially attributed to a Piper PA-46 according to the FAA. Consequently, it is believed that the flight was illegal. The use of a false registration indicates that the aircraft was not properly authorized for the flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 May 2018 Cessna 421 Golden Eagle accident near Génova, Guatemala?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field near Génova, killing both occupants. The aircraft came to rest upside down. The registration N113FT was found to be false, as it is officially attributed to a Piper PA-46, suggesting the flight was illegal.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 May 2018 Cessna 421 Golden Eagle accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 May 2018 involved a Cessna 421 Golden Eagle, registration N113FT, operated by Private United States of America, at Génova, Guatemala.