Single fatality in aircraft accident at Empuriabravia Airfield

1 fatality • Empuriabrava, Spain • Landing (descent or approach)

A solo pilot was killed when a twin-engine aircraft crashed short of the runway threshold during a go-around attempt at Empuriabravia Airfield.

What happened

A twin-engine aircraft was operating a local skydiving mission out of Empuriabravia Airfield. Following the completion of all jumps, the aircraft began its return to the airfield. While performing the final approach, the pilot experienced mechanical issues with the engines. In an attempt to recover, the pilot initiated a go-around procedure. During this maneuver, the aircraft lost altitude and collided with trees, resulting in a crash located before the runway threshold.

Findings

The accident resulted in one fatality, involving the pilot who was the only person on board the aircraft at the time of the impact. The sequence of events indicates that engine problems led to a loss of altitude during the transition to a go-around, causing the aircraft to strike obstacles near the airfield.

Probable cause

Engine failure during a go-around maneuver led to a loss of altitude and subsequent collision with trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-12-28 Short SC.7 Skyvan Variant accident near Empuriabrava, Spain?

A solo pilot was killed when a twin-engine aircraft crashed short of the runway threshold during a go-around attempt at Empuriabravia Airfield.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-12-28 Short SC.7 Skyvan Variant accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-12-28 involved a Short SC.7 Skyvan Variant, registration G-OVAN, operated by Peterborough Parachute Centre, at Empuriabrava, Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure during a go-around maneuver led to a loss of altitude and subsequent collision with trees.

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