Fatal aircraft accident near Carterton

1 fatality • Carterton, New Zealand • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a field near Carterton during a crop spraying operation, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

During a local agricultural mission involving crop spraying, an aircraft crashed in a field situated a few kilometers north of Carterton. The incident occurred while the aircraft was engaged in its routine spraying duties. At the time of the impact, there was only one person on board the aircraft.

Findings

  • The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the aircraft type, sustained fatal injuries during the crash.
  • The total number of fatalities recorded for this accident is 1.
  • The exact circumstances surrounding the loss of control or the impact remain undetermined at this time.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1979-12-05 Fletcher FU-24 accident near Carterton, New Zealand?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a field near Carterton during a crop spraying operation, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 1979-12-05 Fletcher FU-24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1979-12-05 involved a Fletcher FU-24, registration ZK-CRX, operated by Fieldair, at Carterton, New Zealand.

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