Piper PA-28-161 crashes into mountain near Barcis, Italy

2 fatalities • Barcis, Italy

A private Piper PA-28-161 crashed into a mountainside during a cross-country flight between Switzerland and Slovenia.

What happened

On June 18, 2013, at 1655 UTC, a Piper PA-28-161, registered as F-GHLY, was performing a cross-country flight from Locarno Airport (LSZL) in Switzerland to Lesce Bled Slovenia Airport (LJBL) in the Republic of Slovenia. During the flight, the aircraft impacted the slope of a mountain near Barcis, Italy. The impact resulted in 2 fatalities and 1 serious injury.

The investigation

The accident investigation was conducted under the jurisdiction of the Italian government.

Probable cause

Not determined

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jun 2013 PIPER PA-28-161 accident near Barcis, Italy?

A private Piper PA-28-161 crashed into a mountainside during a cross-country flight between Switzerland and Slovenia.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jun 2013 PIPER PA-28-161 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jun 2013 involved a PIPER PA-28-161, operated by Dominic Scortatore, at Barcis, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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