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1996 Piper PA-46 Crash Near Kitwe, Zambia (N2514Q)

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On February 15, 1996, a Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) (registration N2514Q) operated by J. Schwarz was involved in an aviation accident near Kitwe, Zambia during takeoff. 5 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A Piper PA-46, N2514Q, crashed near Kitwe, Zambia, on February 15, 1996, killing all five people on board. The aircraft was destroyed, and weather and flight plan details are unknown.

Incident Overview On February 15, 1996, at approximately 0554 UTC, a Piper PA-46 aircraft with the registration N2514Q and serial number 46-8508098 crashed near Kitwe, Zambia. The aircraft was registered to a partnership based in Canby, Oregon. The crash resulted in the total destruction of the airplane and the fatal injuries of all five individuals on board. ## Investigation Details The official investigation noted that the weather conditions at the accident site are unknown. Additionally, it remains unclear whether a flight plan had been filed for the flight. No further details regarding the specific cause of the accident were provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Feb 1996 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident near Kitwe, Zambia?

A Piper PA-46, N2514Q, crashed near Kitwe, Zambia, on February 15, 1996, killing all five people on board. The aircraft was destroyed, and weather and flight plan details are unknown.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Feb 1996 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Feb 1996 involved a Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class), registration N2514Q, operated by J. Schwarz, at Kitwe, Zambia.

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