Accident
Approximately five minutes after departing from Antananarivo-Ivato Airport, a twin-engine aircraft lost control and crashed in an open field in Ampangabe, about 10 kilometers southwest of the airfield. The aircraft was completely destroyed upon impact. All five people on board were killed.
Flight Details
The flight was a training mission. On board were one instructor and two pilots under instruction. The occupants were identified as Claude Albert Ranaivoarison (pilot), Eddie Charles Razafindrakoto (General of the Madagascar Air Force), Andy Razafindrakoto (son of the General), Kevin Razafimanantsoa (pilot trainee), and Mamy Tahiana Andrianarijaona (pilot trainee).
Investigation
The accident investigation is underway. No probable cause has been stated.