What happened
During an aerial firefighting operation within the Piana Crixia Regional Park in the Liguria region, an aircraft lost control following a water release. The incident occurred near San Massimo, situated approximately 29 km northwest of Savona. Upon the completion of the water payload drop, the flight became uncontrollable, leading to a collision with a mountain slope.
Findings
- The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft.
- There were two fatalities involving the flight crew.
- The loss of control was specifically noted to have occurred after the water load was dropped.