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Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft, dies in plane crash

Claude Guillemot, co-founder of Ubisoft, dies in plane crash

Summary

Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of the video game company Ubisoft, died in a plane crash in western France. The crash also killed the flight instructor, and an investigation is ongoing.

Key Facts

  • Claude Guillemot co-founded Ubisoft in 1986 with his four brothers.
  • Ubisoft is known for popular games like Assassin's Creed, Just Dance, Rayman, and Tom Clancy series.
  • Guillemot was piloting a twin-engine Cessna 421 plane near La Baule airport when it crashed.
  • The crash happened shortly before the plane was landing.
  • Both Guillemot and the flight instructor were licensed and experienced pilots.
  • The crash occurred on Friday evening in a field close to La Baule-Escoublac Airport.
  • Ubisoft confirmed Guillemot’s death but did not provide additional details.
  • Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash.
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