Piper PA-32R crash near Attalens, Switzerland

6 fatalities • Attalens, Fribourg, Switzerland

A Piper PA-32R-301 crashed into terrain near Tatroz, resulting in the deaths of all occupants.

What happened

On April 28, 2012, at approximately 1500 UTC, a Piper PA-32R-301 bearing registration HB-PGA struck terrain near the village of Tatroz in Attalens, Fribourg, Switzerland. The aircraft had departed from Lausanne (LSGN) and was en route to Bex (LSGB) when the accident occurred.

The impact resulted in 6 fatal injuries. The aircraft was destroyed in the crash.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Apr 2012 PIPER PA32R 301 accident near Attalens, Fribourg, Switzerland?

A Piper PA-32R-301 crashed into terrain near Tatroz, resulting in the deaths of all occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Apr 2012 PIPER PA32R 301 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Apr 2012 involved a PIPER PA32R 301, operated by Groupement de Vol a Moteur Lausanne, at Attalens, Fribourg, Switzerland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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