36964 Aviation Accident 2025-04-25
Accident Summary
Fatal Accident (6) - Royal Thai Police Wing Viking DHC-6-400 Twin Otter, 36964, off Hua Hin Airport (HHQ/VTPH), Cha-am, Phetchaburi, Thailand, April 25, 2025.
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Accident Information
| Approx. Avalanche Location | Aircraft Fatalities | Ground Fatalities | Injured | ASN Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12°38'7.75"N, 99°57'22.41"E | 6 | 0 | 0 | Aviation Safety Network |
Aircraft Information
| Type | Operator | Registration | Serial Number | Manufacture Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viking DHC-6-400 Twin Otter | Royal Thai Police Wing | 36964 | 964 | 2017 |
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A Royal Thai Police DHC-6-400 Twin Otter crashed into the sea off Hua Hin, Thailand, killing all six on board.
The aircraft had just taken off from Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) for a test flight.pic.twitter.com/MrVVK0OoO0— Aviation Safety Network (ASN) (@AviationSafety) April 25, 2025
ASX Accident Report
On April 24, 2025, at approximately 11:31 a.m. local time, an MX Aircraft MXS-RH registered as N530RH crashed on approach to Runway 08 at Langley Air Force Base (LFI/KLFI) in Hampton, Virginia. The aircraft, a single-seat, carbon-fiber aerobatic model built in 2019 and owned by Rob Holland Ultimate Airshows LLC, was being flown by its sole occupant, Rob Holland, a nationally recognized aerobatic pilot and airshow performer. The flight originated from Smyrna Airport (MQY) in Tennessee and was conducted under private operation. ADS-B data indicates the aircraft deviated left of the runway just before signal loss. The accident occurred during the arrival phase for the Air Power Over Hampton Roads airshow scheduled for the weekend, where Holland was to perform alongside demonstration teams including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the F-22 Raptor team.
Rob Holland, 50, was widely regarded as one of the most accomplished aerobatic pilots in modern aviation. His career included winning the World Advanced Aerobatic Championship in 2008, membership on the U.S. Aerobatic Team for ten terms, and 14 titles as the U.S. Four-Minute Freestyle Champion. He developed his aerobatic skills early in life after earning his private pilot certificate as a teenager and built a career that included aircraft ferrying, banner towing, and instructing. Holland’s aircraft, the MXS-RH, was a purpose-built aerobatic platform designed for high-G, high-precision maneuvers. Prior to the accident, he had been a frequent performer at major aviation events across North America, including EAA AirVenture Oshkosh and the Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo. His approach to Langley was part of standard arrival for a demonstration slot in the upcoming airshow.
The cause of the crash is under active investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the Department of Defense (DOD). Early reports indicate no distress calls were made and weather conditions were considered VFR at the time of arrival. The NTSB reported that an investigator would be on scene the following day to begin collecting evidence and flight data. Langley AFB confirmed the fatality shortly before noon on the day of the incident, and while media availabilities were canceled in the immediate aftermath, base officials announced that the scheduled airshow would continue.
This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
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