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AutoGyro MTOsport crash near Kaplan, Louisiana, United States

serious2026-09-17
Summary

The gyroplane lost power and the pilot made an emergency landing in a field, during which it struck a levee. Neither occupant was injured.

Incident details
Date
2026-09-17
Location
Kaplan, Louisiana, United States
Registration
N677KM
Operator type
private
Fatalities
0
Injuries
0
Occupants
2
Probable cause
Mechanical failure
Phase of flight
cruise
Source
FAA ASIAS ↗
30.0000, -92.2800
Quick stats
Severityserious
Fatalities0
Injuries0
SourceFAA ASIAS
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