Piper PA20 accident near Bloemfontein, ZA

On January 2, 2026, a Piper PA20 (airplane) was involved in an accident near Bloemfontein, ZA. 1 person died. Damage to the aircraft: destroyed.

Date
January 2, 2026
Place
Bloemfontein, ZA
Aircraft
Piper PA20 · Airplane
Injuries
1 fatal, 0 serious, 0 minor
Damage
Destroyed
Position
29.208°S, 26.180°E
NTSB ID
20260107202271

Sequence of events

  1. Collision with terr/obj (non-CFIT) (Approach, defining event)

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8:09 AM

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