Eclipse 500 collision with parked vehicle at Saanen Aerodrome

No fatalities • Saanen, Switzerland

An Eclipse 500 aircraft collided with a parked vehicle during its landing at Saanen Aerodrome in Switzerland.

What happened

On March 14, 2011, at 12:05 UTC, an Eclipse 500 (registration N177EA) was performing a landing at Saanen Aerodrome in Bern, Switzerland. The flight had originated from Innsbruck, Austria. During the landing phase, the aircraft collided with a vehicle that was parked on the aerodrome.

There were no injuries reported among the pilot or the four passengers on board. The aircraft sustained substantial damage during the collision. At the time of the accident, visual meteorological conditions were in effect.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Mar 2011 ECLIPSE AVIATION CORP EA500 accident near Saanen, Switzerland?

An Eclipse 500 aircraft collided with a parked vehicle during its landing at Saanen Aerodrome in Switzerland.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Mar 2011 ECLIPSE AVIATION CORP EA500 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Mar 2011 involved a ECLIPSE AVIATION CORP EA500, registration N177EA, operated by Liebherr-Geschaftsreiseflugzeug, GbR, at Saanen, Switzerland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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