What happened
During the execution of a scheduled spraying mission, an aircraft went down in the vicinity of the Tarawera volcano. The incident occurred while the aircraft was actively engaged in its operational tasks. Upon impact, the aircraft was completely destroyed.
Following the crash, it was confirmed that the pilot sustained one injury. There are currently no further details regarding the specific flight phase or the exact moment of the accident beyond the fact that it occurred during the mission.
Findings
The precise reasons for the crash remain unknown, as the event took place under unknown circumstances. Investigations into the mechanical state of the aircraft or environmental factors at the time of the descent have not been detailed in the available reports.