Were there any fatalities in the 2002-07-10 Swiss International Airlines Flight 850 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-07-10 involved a Swiss International Airlines Flight 850, at Germany.

Swiss International Air Lines Flight 850 Landing Accident at Werneuchen

On July 10, 2002, a Swiss International Airlines Flight 850 was involved in an aviation accident near Germany. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from Wikidata contributors.

On 10 July 2002, Swiss International Air Lines Flight 850 from Basel to Hamburg diverted to Werneuchen after weather prevented landing. During landing, it struck an earth bank, ripping off all three undercarriage legs. One passenger suffered minor injuries, and the aircraft was written off.

Flight Details

Swiss International Air Lines Flight 850 was an international scheduled passenger flight operating from Basel, Switzerland, to Hamburg, Germany. The accident occurred on 10 July 2002.

Diversion and Landing Attempt

The flight was unable to land at its intended destination, Fuhlsbüttel Airport, due to adverse weather conditions. The crew attempted diversions to airports at Berlin and Eberswalde before ultimately deciding to land at Werneuchen.

Accident Sequence

During the landing at Werneuchen, the aircraft struck an earth bank. The impact caused all three undercarriage legs to be ripped off. The aircraft came to rest on its belly with one engine on fire.

Casualties and Damage

There were sixteen passengers on board. One of them suffered minor injuries. The aircraft sustained substantial damage and was written off as a result of the accident.

Aftermath

No further details regarding the aftermath are provided in the source. The investigation into the incident would have been conducted by relevant authorities, but no causal factors have been stated in the available information.

2002-07-10: Swiss International Airlines Flight 850 — Germany