On June 28, 1981, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration N9068Y) operated by International Society of Independent Pilots (ISIP) was involved in an aviation accident near Ajaccio, France during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft disappeared in the Mediterranean Sea after departing from an airport in Corsica, resulting in the loss of the plane but the survival of the pilot.
What happened
Shortly after departing from Ajaccio-Campo dell’Oro Airport, an unidentified aircraft went down in the Mediterranean Sea. The incident occurred during the initial phase of flight following takeoff. While the aircraft itself was lost in the impact, the pilot, who was the only person on board at the time, was successfully rescued from the scene.
Findings
The specific reasons for the crash remain unknown, as the circumstances surrounding the disappearance have not been determined. There is currently no information regarding the cause of the loss of control or why the aircraft entered the sea.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Jun 1981 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Ajaccio, France?
An aircraft disappeared in the Mediterranean Sea after departing from an airport in Corsica, resulting in the loss of the plane but the survival of the pilot.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jun 1981 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jun 1981 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration N9068Y, operated by International Society of Independent Pilots (ISIP), at Ajaccio, France.
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