Aircraft crash during approach to Parma Airport

No fatalities • Parma, Italy • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed in an open field approximately 3.5 km from the runway during an ILS approach to Parma Airport in foggy conditions.

What happened

During an instrument landing system (ILS) approach to Parma Airport, an aircraft impacted the ground in an open field located roughly 3.5 km before reaching the runway. The incident occurred amidst challenging meteorological conditions, specifically characterized by heavy fog that restricted visibility to approximately 800 metres.

Following the impact, all eight individuals on board were successfully rescued from the wreckage. Among the occupants, the pilot sustained injuries during the event. The aircraft, which was a total loss due to damage sustained during the crash, was rendered beyond repair.

Findings

  • The approach was being conducted in poor weather conditions.
  • Visibility was significantly reduced by fog to a range of 800 metres.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1999-10-15 Mitsubishi MU-300 Diamond accident near Parma, Italy?

An aircraft crashed in an open field approximately 3.5 km from the runway during an ILS approach to Parma Airport in foggy conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 1999-10-15 Mitsubishi MU-300 Diamond accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1999-10-15 involved a Mitsubishi MU-300 Diamond, registration I-VIGI, operated by AeroItalia, at Parma, Italy.

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