Aircraft crash near Samedan Airport during survey mission

1 fatality • Samedan, Switzerland • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field while approaching Samedan Airport, resulting in one fatality and two survivors.

What happened

A twin-engine airplane was conducting a flight from Bern-Belpmoos Airport to Samedan on behalf of the Service Technique du Département Militaire Fédéral - Mensuration Cadastrale Suisse. During the final approach phase toward Samedan Airport, the aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall. This led to the plane crashing into a field situated approximately five kilometers before reaching runway 21.

The accident resulted in one fatality among the occupants, while the remaining two survivors were successfully rescued from the wreckage.

Findings

Official reports indicate that the loss of control during the final approach was triggered by an engine failure.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a loss of control following an engine failure during its final approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1957-07-24 Percival P.50 Prince accident near Samedan, Switzerland?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field while approaching Samedan Airport, resulting in one fatality and two survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1957-07-24 Percival P.50 Prince accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1957-07-24 involved a Percival P.50 Prince, registration HB-HOF, operated by Swiss Government, at Samedan, Switzerland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a loss of control following an engine failure during its final approach to the runway.

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