Single-engine aircraft crash near Lop Buri

3 fatalities • Lop Buri AFB, Thailand • Takeoff (climb)

A private flight departing from Bangkok-Don Mueang crashed in a cornfield near Lop Buri, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

A private flight operating from Bangkok-Don Mueang toward Chiang Mai ended in a fatal accident during the initial climb phase. The aircraft, a single-engine plane, was carrying one pilot and two passengers at the time of the incident. While the flight was climbing to a requested altitude of 11,000 feet, the pilot lost control of the aircraft.

The descent ended in a crash into a cornfield situated in the vicinity of Lop Buri. The impact resulted in three fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants.

Findings

At the time of the accident, the region was experiencing marginal weather conditions. Specifically, there was active thunderstorm activity in the area during the aircraft's climbout, which may have impacted the flight's stability.

Probable cause

The aircraft encountered loss of control during a climb through weather containing thunderstorm activity.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-04-26 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident near Lop Buri AFB, Thailand?

A private flight departing from Bangkok-Don Mueang crashed in a cornfield near Lop Buri, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-04-26 Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-04-26 involved a Piper PA-46 (Malibu/Meridian/Mirage/Matrix/M-Class), registration HS-AKS, operated by Private thai, at Lop Buri AFB, Thailand.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft encountered loss of control during a climb through weather containing thunderstorm activity.

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