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Training Flight Crashes Near Antananarivo, All Five Occupants Killed (5R-MKF)

Ampangabe, MadagascarTakeoff (climb)

On June 18, 2018, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration 5R-MKF) operated by Madagascar Trans Air was involved in an aviation accident near Ampangabe, Madagascar during takeoff. 5 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft on a training flight crashed about five minutes after takeoff from Antananarivo-Ivato Airport. The aircraft was destroyed; all five occupants died.

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.

Loss of control in flight

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jun 2018 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Ampangabe, Madagascar?

A twin-engine aircraft on a training flight crashed about five minutes after takeoff from Antananarivo-Ivato Airport. The aircraft was destroyed; all five occupants died.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jun 2018 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jun 2018 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration 5R-MKF, operated by Madagascar Trans Air, at Ampangabe, Madagascar.

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