Aircraft crash on Campo dei Fiori near Punta Paradiso

2 fatalities • Varese, Italy • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area on the Campo dei Fiori following encounters with poor visibility and low cloud cover.

What happened

Shortly after departing from Milan-Malpensa Airport with a destination of Locarno, the flight encountered adverse weather conditions. A dense layer of clouds resulted in significantly reduced visibility for the crew.

During the flight, the twin engine aircraft struck the tops of trees before crashing into a forested region. The impact occurred at an altitude of 1,227 meters on the Campo dei Fiori, specifically near the Punta Paradiso area close to the astronomical observatory. The accident resulted in 2 fatalities, involving both the pilot and the passenger.

Findings

  • The flight encountered low visibility caused by a cloud layer.
  • The aircraft's path was obstructed by treetops during the descent/flight phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees while operating in low visibility conditions caused by heavy cloud cover.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-04-29 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Varese, Italy?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area on the Campo dei Fiori following encounters with poor visibility and low cloud cover.

Were there any fatalities in the 1995-04-29 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-04-29 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration F-GNFL, operated by Private France, at Varese, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees while operating in low visibility conditions caused by heavy cloud cover.

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