Fatal aircraft accident near Auxerre

5 fatalities • Auxerre, France • Flight

A twin-engine airplane crashed in a field near Auxerre during a repositioning flight, resulting in the deaths of all five people on board.

What happened

A twin-engine aircraft departed from Lyon-Bron Airport while performing a taxi flight destined for Paris-Le Bourget. During the transit, the aircraft lost control and descended into an open field situated in the vicinity of Auxerre.

The impact resulted in five fatalities, with no survivors reported among the occupants. The exact nature of the crash remains under investigation as the specific circumstances surrounding the loss of control have not been determined.

Findings

At this time, the precise cause of the accident is unknown, as the aircraft crashed under unidentified circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1981-02-21 Rockwell Grand Commander 690 accident near Auxerre, France?

A twin-engine airplane crashed in a field near Auxerre during a repositioning flight, resulting in the deaths of all five people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1981-02-21 Rockwell Grand Commander 690 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1981-02-21 involved a Rockwell Grand Commander 690, registration D-IKOC, operated by WDL Aviation, at Auxerre, France.

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