Aircraft crash in Lechtaler Alpen

1 fatality • Landeck, Austria • Flight

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountain in the Tyrol region of Austria, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

During its flight, a twin engine aircraft collided with a mountain peak within the Lechtaler Alpen range, situated near Landeck in Tyrol. Following the impact, search and rescue operations were launched to locate the downed plane. The wreckage remained undiscovered for some time, eventually being located in July 1987. The debris was found in a remote area at an elevation of approximately 2,000 meters.

Findings

  • The aircraft was occupied by only one person.
  • The pilot sustained fatal injuries during the collision.
  • The crash occurred during the en route phase of flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain while in transit through the Lechtaler Alpen.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1987-04-25 Cessna 414 Chancellor accident near Landeck, Austria?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountain in the Tyrol region of Austria, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 1987-04-25 Cessna 414 Chancellor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1987-04-25 involved a Cessna 414 Chancellor, registration D-IKOS, operated by Private Germany, at Landeck, Austria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain while in transit through the Lechtaler Alpen.

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