What happened
During a nighttime approach to Paris Airport, a twin-engine airplane encountered severe weather characterized by heavy rain showers and low visibility. While performing the final approach, the pilot-in-command descended beneath the minimum descent altitude (MDA). During this descent, the aircraft collided with trees, which subsequently ignited a fire upon impact. There were four fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified several environmental and operational factors. The flight was operating in conditions involving low ceilings, fog, and heavy rain, which reduced visibility to one mile or less. The primary factor contributing to the crash was the pilot-in-command's decision to descend below the MDA while navigating through the inclement weather.