Accident Overview
On September 1, 2016, at approximately 1545 coordinated universal time, a Piper PA-28-161 aircraft bearing Slovenia registration S5-DES was destroyed when it impacted mountainous terrain near Bovec, Slovenia. The pilot and two passengers sustained fatal injuries.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Bovec Airfield (LJBO) in Bovec, Slovenia, and was destined for Ljubljana Airport (LJLJ) in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Republic of Slovenia. Information released by the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Service, Ministry of Infrastructure, Republic of Slovenia, is contained in this report for informational purposes only. Further details may be obtained from that authority.