What happened
Approximately twenty minutes after taking off from Marseille, the flight crew encountered deteriorating weather conditions characterized by severe turbulence. While operating at a low altitude of 600 feet, the aircraft lost control and subsequently disintegrated in mid-air. The wreckage then impacted the ground in a nearby field. This accident resulted in the loss of all 14 people on board, comprising two crew members and twelve passengers.
Findings
The official investigation concluded that the primary factor leading to the disaster was a violation of operational procedures. Despite possessing over 8,000 hours of flight experience, the pilot disregarded specific briefing instructions regarding weather limitations. The decision to proceed with the departure in very bad weather conditions was identified as the critical error that precipitated the loss of control.