Piper PA-34 crash near Coburg, Germany

3 fatalities • Coburg, Germany

A business flight involving a Piper PA-34 resulted in three fatalities after the aircraft struck trees during its approach to Coburg/Brandensteinsebene Airport.

What happened

On November 11, 2013, at 10:20 UTC, a Piper PA-34, registered D-GRCP, was performing a general aviation business flight from Hamburg, Germany. While on approach to land at the Coburg/Brandensteinsebene Airport (EDQC) in Coburg, Germany, the aircraft impacted trees.

The accident resulted in 3 fatal injuries, claiming the lives of the pilot and two passengers. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact. Meteorological conditions at the time of the accident were unknown.

Probable cause

No official probable cause was provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Nov 2013 PIPER PA-34 accident near Coburg, Germany?

A business flight involving a Piper PA-34 resulted in three fatalities after the aircraft struck trees during its approach to Coburg/Brandensteinsebene Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Nov 2013 PIPER PA-34 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Nov 2013 involved a PIPER PA-34, at Coburg, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No official probable cause was provided in the source material.

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