Two killed in T-6 Texan plane crash at Räyskälä Airport, Finland
Two people lost their lives when a T-6 Texan sports plane crashed and caught fire shortly after takeoff at Räyskälä airport (EFRY) in Loppi, Southwest Tavastland, Finland, on Wednesday.
The accident occurred around noon, and both passengers on board the aircraft were killed. The plane, a North American T-6 Texan Navy model SNJ-3 built in 1935 and registered OH-NAT, was originally used for pilot training during World War II and is now primarily featured in air shows.
The cause of the crash is suspected to be a technical issue. Local rescue services responded to the incident with multiple units.
| Date: | Wednesday 16 October 2024 |
| Time: | c. 12:07 LT |
| Type: |  North American SNJ-3 |
| Owner/operator: | Private |
| Registration: | OH-NAT |
| MSN: | 78-6840 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 2 / Occupants: 2 |
| Other fatalities: | 0 |
| Aircraft damage: | Destroyed |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Räyskälä Airfield (EFRY), Loppi -  Finland |
| Phase: | Take off |
| Nature: | Unknown |
| Departure airport: | Räyskälä Airfield (EFRY) |
| Confidence Rating: |  Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources |
Narrative:
A North American SNJ-3 crashed shortly after takeoff from Räyskälä Airfield (EFRY), killing both occupants. A post crash fire erupted.
Reportedly, the aircraft had been sold to a German owner.
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