Fatal aircraft accident during training flight at Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang Airport

2 fatalities • Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang, Thailand • Takeoff (climb)

A training flight departed from Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang Airport and crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

A local training mission ended in a fatal accident near Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang Airport. The aircraft was performing a routine training flight when it went down during the initial climb following departure from the runway. The impact occurred shortly after the plane had left the ground.

There were two fatalities recorded as a result of the crash, involving both the pilot and the co-pilot on board. No other persons were reported to have been involved in the incident.

Findings

The investigation into the accident focused on the period immediately following takeoff. While specific mechanical or environmental details were not provided in the initial report, the sequence of events confirms that the loss of control or structural failure occurred during the takeoff phase of flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1978-08-18 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang, Thailand?

A training flight departed from Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang Airport and crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1978-08-18 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1978-08-18 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration JTh2-14/19, operated by Royal Thai Air Force - Kong Thap Akat Thai, at Phitsanulok-Nai Mueang, Thailand.

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