Single-engine aircraft accident near Lasclaveries Aerodrome

1 fatality • Sévignacq, France • Landing (descent or approach)

A single-engine airplane crashed in a field near Sévignacq following a skydiving flight, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

On a recent afternoon, a single-engine aircraft departed from Lasclaveries Aerodrome to conduct a scheduled skydiving operation. The flight proceeded as planned with all passengers exiting the aircraft for their jumps. Once the skydivers had successfully exited, the pilot began a descent to return to the departure airfield.

During the final approach phase, the single-engine airplane went down in a field situated approximately 3 km northeast of the aerodrome, near the location of Sévignacq. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There was one fatality recorded, involving the pilot who was the only person remaining on board at the time of the crash.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash remain undetermined, as the circumstances surrounding the descent and subsequent impact are currently unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1980-05-11 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Sévignacq, France?

A single-engine airplane crashed in a field near Sévignacq following a skydiving flight, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 1980-05-11 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1980-05-11 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration F-BKRQ, operated by Pyrenair, at Sévignacq, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident is currently undetermined.

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