On January 13, 1999, a Swearingen SA226AT Merlin IV (registration I-NARC) operated by Besit Servizi Aerei was involved in an aviation accident near Olbia-Costa Smeralda, Italy during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a landing accident at Olbia-Costa Smeralda Airport, resulting in no injuries to the crew.
What happened
An incident occurred at Olbia-Costa Smeralda Airport involving an aircraft that sustained damage so severe it was deemed beyond repair. The event took place during the landing phase of the flight. Despite the impact and the resulting destruction of the airframe, there were no injuries reported among the two pilots on board.
Findings
Following the accident, the aircraft was declared a total loss. The investigation into the specific mechanics of the landing accident did not provide further details regarding the immediate cause of the damage, though it is confirmed that the crew remained unharmed throughout the event.
What happened in the 13 Jan 1999 Swearingen SA226AT Merlin IV accident near Olbia-Costa Smeralda, Italy?
An aircraft sustained irreparable damage following a landing accident at Olbia-Costa Smeralda Airport, resulting in no injuries to the crew.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Jan 1999 Swearingen SA226AT Merlin IV accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Jan 1999 involved a Swearingen SA226AT Merlin IV, registration I-NARC, operated by Besit Servizi Aerei, at Olbia-Costa Smeralda, Italy.
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