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Fatal aircraft accident near Pescara Airport (G-NAVO)

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On July 15, 1999, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration G-NAVO) operated by Air Care (South West) was involved in an aviation accident near Pescara, Italy in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft encountered severe weather shortly after takeoff, leading to a loss of control. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A cargo flight returning to the United Kingdom crashed shortly after departing from Pescara, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

On the date of the accident, a cargo aircraft was performing a return flight to the United Kingdom following a routine delivery to Pescara. Shortly after the aircraft departed from Pescara Airport, the flight encountered severe weather conditions. During this period of turbulence or poor visibility, the crew lost control of the aircraft. The plane subsequently crashed, leading to a fatal impact.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in 2 fatalities.
  • The crash occurred during the initial climb/departure phase of the flight.
  • Adverse weather conditions were present at the time of the loss of control.

Probable cause

The aircraft encountered severe weather shortly after takeoff, leading to a loss of control.

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