On March 19, 1994, a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter (registration 5A-DJK) operated by Light Air Transport was involved in an aviation accident near Tripoli, Libya in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A training flight involving a two-person crew ended in a crash near Tripoli Airport, resulting in one fatality and one serious injury.
What happened
During a local training mission operating out of Tripoli Airport, an aircraft crashed in the vicinity of the airfield. The incident occurred while the crew was performing routine maneuvers as part of a training flight. The exact location of the impact remains undetermined, though it was noted to be near the airport perimeter.
As a result of the impact, the instructor pilot was killed. The co-pilot sustained serious injuries during the accident.
Findings
The specific circumstances surrounding the crash have not yet been determined, as the cause of the accident remains unknown.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 19 Mar 1994 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident near Tripoli, Libya?
A training flight involving a two-person crew ended in a crash near Tripoli Airport, resulting in one fatality and one serious injury.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Mar 1994 De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Mar 1994 involved a De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter, registration 5A-DJK, operated by Light Air Transport, at Tripoli, Libya.
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