3 fatalities

2 Nov 2013: PIPER PA-34 — Coburg, Germany

Coburg, Germany

On 2 Nov 2013, a PIPER PA-34 was involved in an aviation accident near Coburg, Germany. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On November 11, 2013, a Piper PA-34 (D-GRCP) impacted trees on approach to Coburg/Brandensteinsebene Airport. The three occupants were fatally injured and the aircraft destroyed.

Accident Details

On November 11, 2013, at 1020 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-34, German registration D-GRCP, collided with trees during its approach to land at Coburg/Brandensteinsebene Airport (EDQC) in Coburg, Germany. The flight, which originated from Hamburg, Germany, was a general aviation business flight. The pilot and two passengers sustained fatal injuries, and the aircraft was destroyed in the accident.

Meteorological Conditions

The meteorological conditions at the time of the accident are unknown.

Investigation

The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the German government. This report contains only information released by or obtained from the German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU). Further information may be obtained from the BFU.