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A pilot died in a Nov. 20 crash of a twin-engine plane in County Waterford during an emergency landing attempt from Sligo to France.
A pilot died in a plane crash in County Waterford on November 20, 2025, when a twin-engine Partenavia-Vulcanair P68C aircraft crashed during an emergency landing attempt after departing Sligo Airport en route to France.
The sole occupant, believed not to be an Irish citizen, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities, including Gardaí and the Air Accident Investigation Unit, are investigating the cause, with early findings indicating clear weather and no mechanical issues reported prior to the flight.
The aircraft, which lacked a flight data recorder, sustained severe front-end damage.
Gardaí are working with Interpol to identify the pilot and notify next of kin.
The wreckage was removed and taken to Gormanston for examination.
A preliminary report is expected by the end of December.
Un piloto murió en un accidente del 20 de noviembre de un avión bimotor en el condado de Waterford durante un intento de aterrizaje de emergencia desde Sligo a Francia.