On October 25, 2006, a Cessna 425 Conquest (registration 5R-MGV) operated by Services & Transports Aériens was involved in an aviation accident near Toliara, Madagascar during takeoff. 6 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control during initial climb after one of the engine caught fire for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine aircraft on a taxi flight from Toliara to Antananarivo crashed shortly after takeoff, killing all six occupants. The accident was caused by loss of control after an engine fire.
Accident Details
A twin-engine aircraft operating an on-demand taxi flight for the company Magrama (Marbres & Granites de Madagascar) crashed shortly after takeoff from Toliara. The flight was destined for Antananarivo, the capital city. On board were four passengers and two pilots. Less than two minutes after departure, during the initial climb, the aircraft experienced an engine failure. It crashed approximately 1,500 metres from the end of the runway and burst into flames. All six occupants—four Italian nationals and two Malagasy citizens—were killed.
Investigation and Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was a loss of control during the initial climb after one of the engines caught fire for unknown reasons.
What happened in the 25 Oct 2006 Cessna 425 Conquest accident near Toliara, Madagascar?
A twin-engine aircraft on a taxi flight from Toliara to Antananarivo crashed shortly after takeoff, killing all six occupants. The accident was caused by loss of control after an engine fire.
Were there any fatalities in the 25 Oct 2006 Cessna 425 Conquest accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Oct 2006 involved a Cessna 425 Conquest, registration 5R-MGV, operated by Services & Transports Aériens, at Toliara, Madagascar.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Loss of control during initial climb after one of the engine caught fire for unknown reasons.
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