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Pilot's Tragic Death: Fourth Fatality at Dunkeswell Aerodrome

Summary

  • Pilot Nicola Wright, 44, died when her light aircraft crashed near Dunkeswell Aerodrome.
  • This marks the fourth death at or near the site in just over 12 months.
  • The Air Accident Investigation Branch is investigating the cause of the crash.
Pilot's Tragic Death: Fourth Fatality at Dunkeswell Aerodrome

An experienced pilot, Nicola Wright, 44, lost her life when her light aircraft crashed in a field near Dunkeswell Aerodrome in Devon. This unfortunate event marks the fourth death at or around the aerodrome within a little over 12 months. Wright, who was a co-founder of the medical equipment company Medisave, was confirmed to have died at the scene by Devon and Cornwall Police.

Friends and family have paid heartfelt tributes to Ms. Wright, remembering her as a "lovely lady" and expressing devastation over the loss. The Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) has officially launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Police are appealing for any witnesses or individuals with relevant footage of the incident to come forward, urging them not to speculate online and to submit any information directly to the authorities.

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