Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer crash, Mar 10, 1960 (2 killed)
Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer accident on March 10, 1960 near Jorhat Assam, India with 2 fatalities. Cause: Reports describe a loss of engine power...
- Date: March 10, 1960
- Aircraft: Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer
- Location: Jorhat Assam, India
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Reports describe a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff, after which the aircraft could not maintain height and speed.
The Scottish Aviation Twin Pioneer prototype (G ANTP) crashed shortly after takeoff from Jorhat, Assam, on 10 March 1960 during a demonstration visit to India. At least two crew members were killed, and sources differ on whether the third occupant also died. Reports describe a loss of engine power after takeoff.