We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Ten minutes after his departure from Newcastle Airport, the pilot encountered severe icing conditions and the leading edge were contaminated with ice. At an altitude of 3,200 feet and while in a flat attitude, the twin engine aircraft hit the ground and crashed in fire. All eight occupants were seriously injured while the aircraft was destroyed. Probable cause (official findings): It was determined that the pilot failed to prepare the flight according to procedures as he started the mission wit
De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide