Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA31 near Caernarfon, Gwynedd — 2017-06-09

Investigation ongoingCEN17WA349
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Date
2017-06-09
Location
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, GB
Aircraft
PIPER PA31
Registration
N250AC
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Fatal
Fatalities
1

Probable cause

Investigated by a foreign authority; NTSB does not determine probable cause.

NTSB narrative

On June 9, 2017, at 1705 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA31, N250AC, impacted terrain during landing at Caernarfon Airport (EGCK), Caernarfon, Gwynedd, Wales. The airplane was destroyed by impact forces and fire. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, sustained fatal injuries. The flight originated from an unknown location. This investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the United Kingdom. Any further information may be obtained from the Air Accidents Investigative Branch (AAIB): Farnborough House Berkshire Copse Road Aldershot, Hampshire GU11 2HH, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1252 510300 Fax: +44 (0)1252 376999 This report is for informational purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the AAIB.

NTSB coding

  • Unknown or undetermined · Landing

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