What happened
On the morning of August 24, 2024, a light aircraft was performing a flight near Saint-Brieuc, France. During the flight, the aircraft encountered a sudden loss of control, which led to a crash into a wooded area. The impact resulted in one fatality, the pilot, and the total destruction of the aircraft.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the circumstances leading to the loss of control and the impact with the terrain. Investigators examined the flight path and the wreckage to determine the sequence of events prior to the crash. The investigation also looked into the environmental conditions and the aircraft's mechanical state at the time of the accident.
Findings
- The aircraft experienced a sudden loss of control during the flight.
- The aircraft struck a wooded area, causing the destruction of the airframe.
- The pilot was killed in the accident.