Aircraft crash during takeoff at Carcassonne-Salvaza Airport

No fatalities • Carcassonne, France • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed to the right of the runway during its initial climb following departure from Carcassonne-Salvaza Airport, resulting in injuries to all occupants.

What happened

During a departure from Carcassonne-Salvaza Airport, an aircraft experienced a loss of control shortly after departing from runway 28. While the aircraft was in its initial climb phase, it entered a stall and subsequently crashed to the right side of the runway.

The incident resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. All six individuals on board survived the impact, though they sustained various injuries during the accident.

Findings

  • The primary factor in the accident was an aerodynamic stall occurring during the climb phase immediately following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase after departing runway 28.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2001-08-30 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II accident near Carcassonne, France?

An aircraft crashed to the right of the runway during its initial climb following departure from Carcassonne-Salvaza Airport, resulting in injuries to all occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 2001-08-30 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2001-08-30 involved a Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II, registration F-GAPR, operated by Air Euro Trans, at Carcassonne, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase after departing runway 28.

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