On June 19, 2026, a Cessna 421B Golden Eagle II (registration F-GUST) operated by Claude Guillemot was involved in an aviation accident near La Baule-Escoublac, France during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft carrying two pilots crashed on final approach to La Baule-Escoublac Airport while en route to an airshow. Both occupants were killed, including Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot.
What happened
The pilot, who was also the owner of the aircraft, was operating a twin-engine airplane from Rennes Airport with the intention of attending an airshow at La Baule-Escoublac Airport. The flight carried two individuals: the pilot-owner and an instructor. During the final approach to runway 29 at the destination airport, the aircraft departed controlled flight and impacted an open field situated near a forest boundary. Upon impact, the airplane burst into flames and was completely destroyed. Both occupants on board were killed in the accident.
Findings
The crash resulted in the total loss of the aircraft and the lives of both crew members. Among the fatalities was Claude Guillemot, who is identified as a co-founder of Ubisoft. The incident occurred during the landing phase of flight at La Baule-Escoublac Airport.
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