On February 16, 1973, a Fletcher FU-24 (registration ZK-BXT) operated by Farmers Aerial was involved in an aviation accident near Lake Waihola, New Zealand in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft crashed near Lake Waihola during a crop spraying operation, resulting in the death of the pilot.
What happened
During an aerial application mission intended for crop spraying, an aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Lake Waihola. The flight was being conducted as part of an agricultural task when the accident occurred.
At the time of the impact, the pilot was the only person on board the aircraft. The crash resulted in one fatality, as the pilot was killed in the event. The specific circumstances surrounding the descent and subsequent impact remain under investigation.
Findings
The exact cause of the crash remains unknown, as the incident occurred under unidentified circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 16 Feb 1973 Fletcher FU-24 accident near Lake Waihola, New Zealand?
A single-engine aircraft crashed near Lake Waihola during a crop spraying operation, resulting in the death of the pilot.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Feb 1973 Fletcher FU-24 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Feb 1973 involved a Fletcher FU-24, registration ZK-BXT, operated by Farmers Aerial, at Lake Waihola, New Zealand.
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