Fatal aircraft accident near Long Tieng Airstrip

2 fatalities • Long Tieng, Laos • Flight

An aircraft crashed approximately 2 kilometers east of the Long Tieng Airstrip, resulting in the deaths of both people on board.

What happened

On an unspecified date, an aircraft went down in the vicinity of the Long Tieng Airstrip. The wreckage was located roughly 2 kilometers to the east of the airfield. During the event, the aircraft impacted the ground under circumstances that remain unidentified.

There were two people on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. The crash resulted in two fatalities, with no survivors reported from the crew or passengers.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash have not been determined, as the incident occurred under unknown circumstances. No further details regarding the flight phase or mechanical status were available at the time of the report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1971-08-16 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Long Tieng, Laos?

An aircraft crashed approximately 2 kilometers east of the Long Tieng Airstrip, resulting in the deaths of both people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1971-08-16 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 1971-08-16 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration XW-PEK, operated by Continental Air Services, at Long Tieng, Laos.

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