Accident Details
On October 14, 2011, at 0857 universal coordinated time, a Piper PA-28-140 airplane, registration G-BBEF, impacted terrain near Petit-Beauregard in Fontaines-sur-Grandson, Switzerland. The pilot and passenger on board sustained fatal injuries, and the aircraft was destroyed. The flight was conducted under visual flight rules with a visual flight rules flight plan in visual meteorological conditions. It had originated from Neuchâtel airport (LSGN), Switzerland, and was destined for Amiens airport (LFAY), France.
Aircraft and Operator Information
The Piper PA-28-140 was owned and operated by Flybpl.com, based in Garstang, United Kingdom. The flight was classified as a personal flight.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the government of Switzerland. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau – Switzerland (AAIB) is responsible for the inquiry. This report contains only information released by or obtained from the Swiss authorities. Further details may be obtained from the AAIB at their address in Payerne, Switzerland.