Accident Details
On June 23, 2011, at approximately 1000 UTC, a Cirrus SR20 collided with mountainous terrain near Cairo Montenotte, Italy. The impact occurred at an elevation of about 833 meters above mean sea level. The airplane sustained substantial damage from the collision and a subsequent postcrash fire. The pilot and two passengers were fatally injured.
Aircraft and Flight
The aircraft, a Cirrus SR20, bore Luxembourg registration LX-MPR and was operated by a private individual. The flight originated from Cannes-Mandelieu Airport (LFMD) in Cannes, France, approximately one hour before the accident, and was destined for Verona Boscomantico Airport (LIPN) in Verona, Italy. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed in the area at the time of the accident. Information regarding the flight plan for the foreign flight is unknown.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Agenzia Nazionale per la Sicurezza del Volo (ANSV) of Italy. Further information may be obtained from the ANSV at the provided address and contact numbers.