Cessna 172 terrain impact near Isola Fossara, Italy

1 fatality • Isola Fossara, Perugia, Italy

A private pilot was killed when their aircraft struck terrain during cruise flight in Italy.

What happened

On January 27, 2011, at 14:10 UTC, a Cessna 172N, registered as I-AMCO, crashed near Isola Fossara, Perugia, Italy. The flight originated from Aeroporto di Ancona Falconara (LIPY) in Ancona, Italy, and was en route to Foligno Airport (LIAF) in Umbria, Italy.

The aircraft was in the cruise phase of flight when it impacted the terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the aircraft. The pilot sustained 1 fatal injury.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Jan 2011 CESSNA 172 N accident near Isola Fossara, Perugia, Italy?

A private pilot was killed when their aircraft struck terrain during cruise flight in Italy.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Jan 2011 CESSNA 172 N accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Jan 2011 involved a CESSNA 172 N, at Isola Fossara, Perugia, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?