Single-engine aircraft crash in Lampung Province

1 fatality • North Rawajitu, Indonesia • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area during a spraying mission in North Rawajitu, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

During a mission involving agricultural spraying over an oil palm plantation in the North Rawajitu region of Lampung Province, a single-engine aircraft experienced a fatal accident. Shortly after departing, within a timeframe of less than three minutes, the aircraft entered a stall. This led to a crash into a heavily wooded area.

Upon impact, the aircraft was consumed by flames. The force of the collision and the subsequent post-impact fire resulted in the total destruction of the plane. The pilot, who was the only person on board at the time of the accident, was killed in the crash.

Findings

  • The aircraft experienced a stall during the initial climb phase.
  • The accident resulted in one fatality.
  • The wreckage was destroyed by both the impact and a fire that ignited following the crash.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall less than three minutes after takeoff, leading to a fatal impact and fire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2013-05-11 Fletcher FU-24 accident near North Rawajitu, Indonesia?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area during a spraying mission in North Rawajitu, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 2013-05-11 Fletcher FU-24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2013-05-11 involved a Fletcher FU-24, registration PK-PNC, operated by Sinarmas, at North Rawajitu, Indonesia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall less than three minutes after takeoff, leading to a fatal impact and fire.

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