What happened
A local sightseeing flight departed from Midden Zeeland aerodrome carrying a pilot and nine passengers. During the flight, the twin engine airplane entered a layer of fog. While transitioning through this cloud cover, the aircraft experienced a sudden 45-degree left bank. The plane subsequently became uncontrollable and struck the surface of the Veerse Lake near Haringvreter Island.
The accident resulted in three fatalities, including the pilot and two passengers. Additionally, seven occupants sustained serious injuries during the impact.
Findings
Investigations into the crash determined that the aircraft entered an uncontrolled state following a period of spatial disorientation experienced by the pilot while flying through fog. A significant contributing factor was that the pilot lacked an instrument rating, which hindered the ability to maintain control during the period of low visibility.