On 24 April 2025, an MX Aircraft MXS single-engine light aircraft, registered N530RH, collided with terrain near the runway while on approach for landing at Langley Air Force Base near Hampton, Virginia, United States. The pilot sustained fatal injuries, and the aircraft was substantially damaged.
The United States National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) commenced an investigation into the accident and has requested assistance and the appointment of an accredited representative from the ATSB.
To facilitate this support and to provide the appropriate protections for the information, the ATSB appointed an accredited representative in accordance with paragraph 5.23 of Annex 13 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation and commenced an investigation under the Australian Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | AA-2026-002 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 24/04/2025 |
| Location | Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, United States |
| State | International |
| Investigation type | Accredited Representative |
| Investigation status | Active |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Collision with terrain |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |