No fatalities

Emergency Landing Incident Near Lausanne (CH-153)

Cossonay, SwitzerlandFlight

On July 7, 1928, a Fokker F3 (registration CH-153) operated by Balair - Switzerland was involved in an aviation accident near Cossonay, Switzerland in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot executed an emergency landing in a field near Cossonay after encountering unexpected conditions while approaching Lausanne, resulting in total loss of the aircraft but no injuries.

What happened

During an approach to Lausanne-Blécherette Airport, the pilot faced an unforeseen operational situation that necessitated an immediate emergency response. Unable to continue the normal landing procedure, the crew was forced to divert and attempt a controlled crash landing in a nearby agricultural area.

The aircraft impacted the ground in a field located in Cossonay, situated approximately 10 kilometers northwest of the intended airport. The force of the impact caused extensive structural damage, rendering the airframe beyond repair. Despite the severity of the accident, the pilot emerged from the wreckage without sustaining any injuries.