Le 19 février 2025, une tragique collision en vol s’est produite près de l’aéroport régional de Marana, en Arizona, entraînant la mort de deux personnes. L’incident impliquait un Cessna 172S et un Lancair 360 MK II, chacun transportant deux occupants. Le Cessna a réussi à atterrir en toute sécurité, tandis que le Lancair s’est écrasé près de la piste 3, entraînant un incendie après l’impact. Le National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) enquête actuellement sur la cause de la collision.
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Détails de la collision
La collision s’est produite vers 8 h 28, heure locale, à environ 100 milles au sud-est de Phoenix. Les deux avions volaient à l’aéroport régional de Marana, qui n’a pas de tour de contrôle de la circulation aérienne en activité. Les pilotes de ces aéroports communiquent généralement en utilisant une fréquence commune d’avis de trafic. Le Cessna 172S s’est posé sans incident, tandis que le Lancair 360 MK II s’est écrasé près de la piste 3, provoquant un incendie après l’impact.
Enquête et intervention
The NTSB has dispatched investigators to the scene to determine the cause of the collision. The Marana Police Department confirmed the fatalities, but the identities of the victims have not been released. The airport has been closed during the investigation.
Contexte des récents incidents aériens
This incident is part of a series of aviation accidents in North America since January 29, 2025. Notable incidents include:
17 février 2025 : Le vol Delta Connection 4819, un CRJ900LR de Bombardier, s’est écrasé à l’atterrissage à l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, au Canada. Les 80 occupants ont survécu, mais 21 ont été blessés.
January 29, 2025: A midair collision between a military helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet over Washington, D.C., resulted in 67 fatalities.
February 10, 2025: A Learjet 35A veered off the runway after landing at Scottsdale Airport in Arizona, colliding with a parked Gulfstream 200 business jet. One person was killed, and several others were injured.
February 6, 2025: Bering Air Flight 445, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX, crashed into ice over the Norton Sound in Alaska, resulting in 10 fatalities.
Considérations de sécurité
The recent spate of aviation incidents has raised concerns about air safety. Marana Regional Airport, being an uncontrolled field without an operating air traffic control tower, relies on pilots to communicate their positions to each other. Such environments can increase the risk of midair collisions, especially during periods of high traffic or adverse weather conditions. The NTSB’s ongoing investigations aim to identify contributing factors and recommend measures to enhance safety in general aviation
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The tragic crash of the Lancair 360 MK II in Arizona, which claimed two lives, serves as a sobering reminder of the risks associated with aviation, particularly in high-performance experimental aircraft. While investigations will determine the exact cause, this incident highlights the importance of stringent safety measures, thorough pre-flight checks, and continued pilot training. As authorities work to uncover the factors behind the accident, our thoughts remain with the victims and their families.