Crash of a Piper PA-46-350P Malibu Mirage in Saint Augustine
Date & Time:
Mar 23, 2023
Registration:
N280KC
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Saint Augustine – Jacksonville
MSN:
46-36219
YOM:
1999
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
Shortly after takeoff from Saint Augustine Airport, while in initial climb, the airplane contacted trees and crashed in a wooded area, bursting into flames. Both occupants and their dog escaped with minor injuries. The airplane was destroyed by a post crash fire.
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