Aircraft collision with power cables near Väsby

2 fatalities • Väsby, Sweden • Flight

A survey aircraft crashed near Väsby after striking power lines during a low-altitude mission, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

What happened

During an afternoon survey mission for the Swedish Geological Service, an aircraft departed from Eskilstuna Airport. The flight was being conducted under visual flight rules with a crew consisting of a pilot and one geotechnician. While performing a low-level survey at an altitude between 30 and 50 meters, the plane struck power cables in the vicinity of Väsby.

The impact caused the right wing of the aircraft to be partially severed. Following the collision, the plane entered an uncontrolled descent and impacted the ground approximately 180 meters from the initial point of contact. The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both individuals on board were killed. There was no fire reported at the crash site.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating at a very low altitude of 30-50 meters during the mission.
  • The primary cause of the accident was the collision with power cables while flying under visual flight rules.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck overhead power lines while performing a low-altitude survey mission.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-07-07 Rockwell Grand Commander 680 accident near Väsby, Sweden?

A survey aircraft crashed near Väsby after striking power lines during a low-altitude mission, resulting in the deaths of both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-07-07 Rockwell Grand Commander 680 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-07-07 involved a Rockwell Grand Commander 680, registration SE-GUO, operated by Varmlandsflyg, at Väsby, Sweden.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck overhead power lines while performing a low-altitude survey mission.

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