The airplane was substantially damaged when it descended vertically and impacted terrain at 1306 Mountain time. The flight instructor and student pilot were killed. Visual conditions prevailed. Witnesses observed the airplane descend vertically in a spiral or spin, making numerous rotations before impacting the driveway of a residential home. Sounds consistent with engine operation during the descent were also reported.
November 17, 2010, Payson, Utah, Diamond Aircraft DA20-C1
The airplane was substantially damaged when it descended vertically and impacted terrain at 1306 Mountain time. The flight instructor and student pilot were killed. Visual conditions prevailed.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane crashed, sustaining substantial damage and resulting in the deaths of both the flight instructor and student pilot.
- Witnesses observed the aircraft descending vertically in a spiral or spin before impacting a residential driveway.
- Sounds consistent with engine operation were reported during the descent, which occurred under visual flight conditions.
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