Single-engine aircraft crash near Benghazi

2 fatalities • Q5 A-103 Oil Field, Libya • Takeoff (climb)

A single-engine airplane crashed shortly after departing an oil field, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

On a flight departing from the Q5 A-103 Oil Field toward Benghazi, a single-engine aircraft lost control during its initial climb. The incident occurred approximately 350 km southeast of Benghazi, roughly one minute after the plane had departed the airfield.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Both members of the crew were killed in the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the loss of control was caused by improper flight preparation by the crew. Specifically, the pilots failed to complete the required pre-takeoff checklist and neglected to remove a system that was obstructing the movement of the left wing's aileron.

Probable cause

The crew failed to follow pre-flight procedures, leaving an obstruction in the left aileron mechanism.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1981-03-09 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Q5 A-103 Oil Field, Libya?

A single-engine airplane crashed shortly after departing an oil field, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1981-03-09 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 1981-03-09 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration HB-FCX, operated by Zimex Aviation, at Q5 A-103 Oil Field, Libya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew failed to follow pre-flight procedures, leaving an obstruction in the left aileron mechanism.

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