At about 1435 Eastern time, the airplane crashed into trees and was substantially damaged. The private pilot/owner was killed and the passenger received serious injuries. Visual conditions prevailed. Witnesses observed the airplane at what they estimated to be about 300 feet AGL perform what appeared to be an aerobatic maneuver and then disappear from sight.
April 4, 2009, Englewood, Fla., Vans RV6A Experimental
At about 1435 Eastern time, the airplane crashed into trees and was substantially damaged. The private pilot/owner was killed and the passenger received serious injuries. Visual conditions prevailed. Witnesses observed the airplane at what they estimated to be about 300 feet AGL perform what appeared to be an aerobatic maneuver and then disappear from sight.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane crashed, killing the pilot and seriously injuring the passenger, with the aircraft sustaining substantial damage.
- Witnesses observed the plane performing an apparent aerobatic maneuver at approximately 300 feet AGL shortly before it crashed.
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