What happened
During an aerial firefighting operation in the Balagne region, a twin engine aircraft crashed into a mountain slope near Calenzana. The flight originated from Calvi-Sainte Catherine Airport, where the pilot had departed to assist with active fire suppression efforts.
While performing maneuvers at a low altitude to combat the blaze, the aircraft made contact with the terrain. The impact occurred during the low-altitude flight phase of the mission. There was only one person on board the aircraft at the time of the accident.
Findings
- The aircraft was operating at a low height during the mission.
- The collision occurred when the aircraft struck a mountain slope.
- The accident resulted in one fatality.