Fatal aircraft accident near Genoa

2 fatalities • Génova, Guatemala • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field near Genoa, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field situated in the vicinity of Genoa under circumstances that remain unconfirmed. Upon impact, the aircraft overturned and came to rest in an inverted position. The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both individuals on board the aircraft perished in the crash.

Findings

Investigations into the incident have highlighted discrepancies regarding the aircraft's identity. While the aircraft was identified by the registration N113FT, official FAA records indicate that this specific registration is assigned to a Piper PA-46. This inconsistency suggests that the registration displayed on the aircraft was fraudulent, leading to the conclusion that the flight was operating illegally.

Probable cause

The exact cause of the crash is unknown, though the aircraft was operating with fraudulent registration markings.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2018-05-27 Cessna 421 Golden Eagle accident near Génova, Guatemala?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field near Genoa, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 2018-05-27 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 2018-05-27 involved a Cessna 421 Golden Eagle, registration N113FT, operated by Private United States of America, at Génova, Guatemala.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact cause of the crash is unknown, though the aircraft was operating with fraudulent registration markings.

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