Cessna 172N crash near Heist, Germany

No fatalities • Heist, Germany

A pleasure flight involving a Cessna 172N resulted in a fatal impact with terrain near Heist, Germany.

What happened

On August 7, 2013, at approximately 0935 UTC, a Cessna F172N, registration D-EGUP, was operating a pleasure flight when it crashed near Heist, Germany. The aircraft departed from Uetersen Airport (EDHE) at an undetermined time. During the flight, the aircraft experienced a loss of control and struck the terrain, resulting in the destruction of the airplane. The pilot and passenger sustained 2 fatal injuries.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Aug 2013 CESSNA F172N accident near Heist, Germany?

A pleasure flight involving a Cessna 172N resulted in a fatal impact with terrain near Heist, Germany.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Aug 2013 CESSNA F172N accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Aug 2013 involved a CESSNA F172N, at Heist, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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