Accident
On August 7, 2013, at approximately 0935 coordinated universal time, a Cessna F172N aircraft, bearing the registration D-EGUP, was operating as a pleasure flight. The aircraft impacted terrain near Heist, Germany, following a loss of control. The aircraft was destroyed as a result of the impact. The pilot and passenger on board sustained fatal injuries. The flight had originated from Uetersen Airport (EDHE) at an undisclosed time.
Aircraft
The aircraft was a Cessna F172N. The registration D-EGUP was assigned to this aircraft. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident. No further information about the aircraft's equipment or maintenance history is available from the published source.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the German government. The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) is conducting the investigation. This report contains only information released by or obtained from the German government. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from the BFU at the address provided. The BFU has not yet released a final report.