Accident Overview
On March 7, 2010, at 1430 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA32/301T aircraft, Swiss registered HB-PQZ, was destroyed when it impacted terrain under unknown circumstances near Chambéry, France. The aircraft was owned by Neghinn S.A. The pilot was fatally injured. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Chambéry Airport (LFLB) in Chambéry, France, and was en route to Amberieu Airport (LFXA) in Amberieu, France.
Investigation Information
French investigators reported that the airplane collided with a "mountain crest" during poor weather conditions. The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the French government. This report is for informational purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the French government or the French Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (Bureau d’Enquêtes et d’Analyses) in Le Bourget, France.