On February 9, 1995, a Fletcher FU-24 (registration ZK-BIF) operated by Jetspread was involved in an aviation accident near Mangakino, New Zealand during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft collided with power cables while climbing shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft struck power cables and crashed in a field during its initial climb following takeoff from Mangakino.
What happened
During the early stages of flight departing from Mangakino, a single-engine aircraft encountered overhead power lines. While the aircraft was in its climbing phase immediately after takeoff, it made contact with electrical cables. This collision resulted in the aircraft crashing into a nearby field.
Following the impact, the pilot sustained injuries. No other occupants were reported on the aircraft at the time of the accident.
Findings
The aircraft struck power cables during the climb.
The accident occurred during the takeoff and initial climb phase of flight.
Probable cause
The aircraft collided with power cables while climbing shortly after takeoff.
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