What happened
During a nighttime departure from Zurich-Kloten Airport, an aircraft experienced a loss of control while in its initial climb phase. The plane descended into a field situated in Eglisau, approximately 12 kilometers north of the airfield. Upon striking the ground, the aircraft underwent complete disintegration. The impact was severe enough to create a crater measuring 10 meters wide and 3 meters deep.
There were 23 fatalities recorded following the accident, as all occupants on board perished in the crash.
Findings
Investigators were unable to establish a definitive reason for why the aircraft became uncontrollable during the ascent. The official investigation concluded that the exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined with certainty.