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How often do light planes crash?
While tragic, light aircraft crashes are not rare in the UK. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) typically investigates dozens of fatal accidents involving general aviation each year. This incident in Drymen adds to a sobering statistic, highlighting the inherent risks of private flying.
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