Cirrus Design SR22 crash on Mt. Ainos

2 fatalities • Mt. Ainos, Greece

A private Cirrus Design SR22 crashed into terrain on Mt. Ainos, Greece, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On April 28, 2009, at approximately 1702 UTC, a Cirrus Design SR2 לו22, registered as 4X-CWN, crashed into terrain on Mt. Ainos, Greece. The aircraft was operating a VFR flight from Zakynthos International Airport (LGZA) to Corfu International Airport (LGKR).

After departing LGZA, the aircraft was approximately 25 miles north of the departure airport when it encountered instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). The pilot attempted to return to Zakynthos International Airport, but the aircraft subsequently collided with the mountain. The wreckage was located at an elevation of 4,400 feet, roughly 7.8 miles east of Kefalonia Island International Airport (LGKF).

The crash resulted in 2 fatal injuries. The aircraft was destroyed by a post-impact fire.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Apr 2009 Cirrus Design SR22 accident near Mt. Ainos, Greece?

A private Cirrus Design SR22 crashed into terrain on Mt. Ainos, Greece, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Apr 2009 Cirrus Design SR22 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Apr 2009 involved a Cirrus Design SR22, operated by Naum Sharfman, at Mt. Ainos, Greece.

What was the probable cause of the accident?