Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B2-H2 Turbo Porter in Doi Suthep

Date & Time: Feb 6, 1991
Operator:
Registration:
1315
Flight Phase:
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
782
YOM:
1977
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
Crashed in unknown circumstances, injuring both pilots.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B2-H2 Turbo Porter in Iquitos

Date & Time: Nov 21, 1990
Operator:
Registration:
OB-1170
Flight Phase:
Flight Type:
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
739
YOM:
1975
Location:
Country:
Crew on board:
0
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
The float equipped aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances in Iquitos. There were no casualties. Dual registration OB-1170 (civil) and 338 (military).

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B1-H2 Turbo Porter in Goombungee

Date & Time: Jul 17, 1990
Operator:
Registration:
A14-704
Flight Phase:
Flight Type:
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
730
YOM:
1971
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
Crashed in unknown circumstances in an open field located in Goombungee while engaged in a training flight. The pilot, sole on board, escaped with minor injuries.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B1-H2 Turbo Porter in La Ferté-Gaucher: 3 killed

Date & Time: Jul 29, 1989
Registration:
F-BTCH
Flight Phase:
Survivors:
No
Schedule:
La Ferté-Gaucher - La Ferté-Gaucher
MSN:
531
YOM:
1962
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
2
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
3
Aircraft flight hours:
9248
Circumstances:
The single engine aircraft was engaged in a skydiving flight in the area of La Ferté-Gaucher. While cruising in the vicinity of the airfield, the aircraft collided with a skydiver, entered a dive and crashed. All three occupants were killed.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B1-H2 Turbo Porter in Lyon

Date & Time: Jun 14, 1989
Operator:
Registration:
F-GDCT
Flight Phase:
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Lyon - Lyon
MSN:
617
YOM:
1966
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
9
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
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:
Improper elevator trim setting on part of the pilot who failed to prepare the flight according to published procedures. The aircraft stalled after the pilot reduced power.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter in Hassfurt: 1 killed

Date & Time: May 17, 1989
Operator:
Registration:
D-FFBZ
Flight Phase:
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Hassfurt - Hassfurt
MSN:
857
YOM:
1989
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
7
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
1
Aircraft flight hours:
47
Circumstances:
The single engine aircraft departed Hassfurt for a local skydiving mission. After the pilot leveled off at the assigned altitude, the first skydiver jumped out of the cabin. For unknown reasons, he struck the tail, causing severe vibrations. As the pilot was unable to maintain the aircraft control, all occupants jumped out and the aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent. During the dive, the left wing separated due to excessive g-loads and the aircraft eventually crashed in an open field. Seven people were rescued, among them three were seriously injured. One skydiver was killed and the aircraft was destroyed.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter in Kuala Lumpur: 6 killed

Date & Time: May 17, 1989
Operator:
Registration:
9M-PSJ
Survivors:
No
Site:
Schedule:
Kuala Lumpur - Kuala Lumpur
MSN:
854
YOM:
1986
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
5
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
6
Circumstances:
The single engine aircraft was engaged in a survey flight, carrying five passengers and one pilot. En route, unknown technical problems forced the crew to return to Kuala Lumpur-Subang Airport when the aircraft crashed on a car near the airport. All six occupants were killed while there was no casualties on ground.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/B2-H2 Turbo Porter near Potosí: 11 killed

Date & Time: Apr 19, 1989 at 1134 LT
Operator:
Registration:
FAC-1110
Flight Phase:
Flight Type:
Survivors:
No
Site:
Schedule:
Cúcuta – Arauca
MSN:
818
YOM:
1983
Country:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
10
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
11
Circumstances:
The single engine aircraft departed Cúcuta-Camilo Daza Airport at 1106LT and proceeded to the east. While cruising at an insufficient altitude, it struck the slope of a mountain located in the region of Potosí, Venezuela. The wreckage was found six days later, on April 25. All 11 occupants were killed.
Probable cause:
It is believed that the pilot was inexperienced and failed to follow the minimum prescribed altitude for the area.

Crash of a Pilatus AU-23A Peacemaker in Muang: 2 killed

Date & Time: Jan 5, 1989
Operator:
Registration:
JTh2-2/15
Flight Phase:
Flight Type:
Survivors:
No
MSN:
2051
YOM:
1972
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
2
Circumstances:
Shortly after takeoff, while climbing, the single engine aircraft went out of control and crashed. Both pilots were killed.

Crash of a Pilatus PC-6/A-H2 Turbo Porter in Lens: 9 killed

Date & Time: Apr 21, 1988
Registration:
F-BTCE
Flight Phase:
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Lens - Lens
MSN:
573
YOM:
1964
Country:
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
9
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
9
Aircraft flight hours:
7307
Circumstances:
After takeoff from Lens-Bénifontaine, while climbing to a height of 1,000 meters, the pilot initiated a turn to gain more altitude when the engine failed. The aircraft entered a dive and crashed in a stone-pit located near the airport. Two skydivers were seriously injured while eight other occupants were killed. A day later, one of the survivor died from his injuries.
Probable cause:
Engine failure during climb for unknown reasons.