Fatal aircraft accident near Serres

2 fatalities • Serres, France • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Serres during flight in low visibility, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During a flight through areas of low cloud cover and restricted visibility, a twin-engine aircraft collided with a mountain slope in the vicinity of Serres. The impact occurred while the aircraft was in the cruise phase of its flight. Following the collision, search efforts located the debris field one day after the incident.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in conditions characterized by poor visibility due to low-hanging clouds.
  • The collision with the terrain resulted in two fatalities.
  • The wreckage was discovered by responders the day after the accident occurred.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying in low visibility conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-10-10 Partenavia P.68 accident near Serres, France?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Serres during flight in low visibility, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-10-10 Partenavia P.68 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-10-10 involved a Partenavia P.68, registration PH-VDO, operated by S&T, at Serres, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying in low visibility conditions.

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