Fatal Loss of Control During Training Flight at Riga-Lielvārdes AFB (146)

Incident Overview and Location Details The incident involved a local training flight conducted at Riga-Lielvārdes AFB. During the maneuver, the aircraft was passing over runway 36 at an altitude of 150-200 meters when the pilot-in-command initiated a barrel roll. ## Loss of Control and Impact Control of the aircraft was lost during the maneuver, leading to a crash on the runway. The impact destroyed the aircraft and resulted in the deaths of both occupants. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was the loss of control following the crew's attempt to perform hazardous maneuvers.