4 fatalities

Aircraft Collision with Mt Vorder Galmihorn (B-7)

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On February 19, 1952, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration B-7) operated by Swiss Air Force was involved in an aviation accident near Mt Vorder Galmihorn, Switzerland in flight. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 5 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A twin-engine aircraft traveling from Geneva to Dübendorf struck the south side of Mt Vorder Galmihorn, killing all four crew members. The wreckage was discovered the following day.

Incident Overview and Route Details A twin-engine aircraft was en route from Geneva to Dübendorf, a location situated near Zurich, when it collided with the south side of Mt Vorder Galmihorn. The mountain, which stands at an elevation of 3,517 metres, is located north of the village of Grafschaft. ## Casualties and Crew Identification The impact resulted in the deaths of all four individuals on board. The crew consisted of 1st Lt H. Schafroth, who was serving as the pilot; Maj M. Brenneisen; P. Weder, who was the engineer; and H. Früh, who was associated with Radio Suisse. ## Post-Collision Recovery The wreckage of the aircraft was not immediately accessible and was located one day after the collision occurred.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Feb 1952 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Mt Vorder Galmihorn, Switzerland?

A twin-engine aircraft traveling from Geneva to Dübendorf struck the south side of Mt Vorder Galmihorn, killing all four crew members. The wreckage was discovered the following day.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Feb 1952 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Feb 1952 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration B-7, operated by Swiss Air Force, at Mt Vorder Galmihorn, Switzerland.