Incident Overview
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the slope of Mt. Bargauer Horn, located southeast of Schwäbisch Gmünd, approximately 49 km northeast of Stuttgart Airport. The aircraft was returning to Stuttgart after a flight from Corsica, carrying a pilot and six passengers. The accident occurred during the descent to Stuttgart-Echterdingen Airport.
Weather Conditions
According to the investigation, the pilot encountered poor weather conditions characterized by fog and heavy rainfall at the time of the incident. These conditions significantly reduced visibility.
Sequence of Events
While descending through the adverse weather, the pilot failed to realize that the aircraft's altitude was too low. The aircraft subsequently struck the slope of Mt. Bargauer Horn. The impact destroyed the aircraft.
Casualties
All seven occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident.
Investigation
Officials have not released a probable cause for the accident. The investigation has focused on the weather conditions and the pilot's actions during the descent.