Raytheon 390 accident near Bever, Switzerland

2 fatalities • Bever, Switzerland

A Raytheon 390 crashed into terrain during a low-altitude maneuver near Bever, Switzerland, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On December 19, 2010, at 14:02 UTC, a Raytheon 390 Premier I, registered D-IAYL, crashed into terrain near Bever, Switzerland. The flight originated from Zagreb Airport (LDZA) in Croatia and was en route to Samedan Airport (LSZS) in Switzerland.

At the time of the accident, the weather conditions were Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) with a visibility of 2 statute miles and winds from 200 degrees at 8 knots. The aircraft was performing a right turn at a low altitude while attempting to land at LSZS when the impact occurred. The accident resulted in 2 fatal injuries for the two pilots on board.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Dec 2010 RAYTHEON 390 NO SERIES accident near Bever, Switzerland?

A Raytheon 390 crashed into terrain during a low-altitude maneuver near Bever, Switzerland, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Dec 2010 RAYTHEON 390 NO SERIES accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Dec 2010 involved a RAYTHEON 390 NO SERIES, operated by Windrose Air Jetcharter GmbH, at Bever, Switzerland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?