We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
The single engine aircraft departed Lyon-Corbas Airfield on a local skydiving flight, carrying nine skydivers and one pilot. After takeoff, while in initial climb, the pilot encountered control problems. The aircraft stalled and crashed near the runway end. All 10 occupants escaped uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Probable cause (official findings): Improper elevator trim setting on part of the pilot who failed to prepare the flight according to published procedures. The
Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter)