Accident Occurrence
On December 10, 2009, at 1625 coordinated universal time, a Cirrus SR20, registered as D-EYAT, was destroyed when it impacted forested terrain near Oberbarnim, Germany. The accident occurred while the airplane was on final approach under instrument meteorological conditions. The pilot suffered fatal injuries.
Flight Information
The flight had originated from Warszawa, Poland, and was en route to Strausberg, Germany. The destination was Strausberg, where the airplane was expected to land.
Investigation Details
German investigators determined that the airplane struck forested terrain during the final approach phase. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the German government, specifically the German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (Bundesstelle fur Flugunfalluntersuchung, BFU). This report contains only information released by or obtained from the German authorities.
Aircraft and Registration
The accident aircraft was a Cirrus SR20, bearing the German registration D-EYAT. The airplane was destroyed in the impact.
Meteorological Conditions
Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident, indicating low visibility or cloud ceiling that required instrument flight rules.