Fatal single-engine aircraft accident at Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport

1 fatality • Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), France • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during takeoff at Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

During a departure from Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft departed from its intended flight path and crashed shortly after takeoff. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

At the time of the accident, the aircraft was performing a repositioning flight back to its home base in Antwerp, following the completion of a passenger transport mission from Belgium. There was only one person on board the aircraft, and the pilot sustained fatal injuries during the event.

Findings

The specific reasons for the loss of control during the takeoff phase remain unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the loss of control during takeoff is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1976-08-15 Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise accident near Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), France?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed during takeoff at Angoulême-Brie-Champniers Airport, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 1976-08-15 Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1976-08-15 involved a Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise, registration OO-TBW, operated by Travair, at Angoulême-Cognac (Brie-Champniers), France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the loss of control during takeoff is currently undetermined.

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