Accident Overview
A local sightseeing flight over Budapest ended in tragedy when the aircraft crashed onto a building during its descent to Ferihegy Airport. The airplane was destroyed by impact forces and a subsequent fire. All 27 occupants aboard the aircraft, as well as three individuals on the ground, were killed. The flight was a sightseeing tour of the city, and the accident occurred as the aircraft was completing its route and beginning its approach to the airport.
Investigation and Probable Cause
The official investigation into the accident concluded that the cause was carelessness on the part of the crew. According to the commission, the pilots had two friends in the cabin for the entire duration of the flight. Furthermore, the pilots performed various forbidden maneuvers during the flight. During one sharp turn, the crew lost control of the aircraft, leading directly to the crash. The investigation's finding emphasizes that the loss of control resulted from the crew's actions, specifically the performance of prohibited maneuvers while distracted by the presence of unauthorized individuals in the cockpit.