2 fatalities

Fatal Aircraft Crash in Campo dei Fiori Regional Park (D-IMWH)

Varese, ItalyFlight

On April 21, 1983, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration D-IMWH) operated by Private Germany was involved in an aviation accident near Varese, Italy in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft carrying two German citizens crashed into a wooded area in the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park near Varese after striking trees in foggy conditions, killing both occupants.

Incident Overview and Route Details A twin-engine aircraft was operating a flight from Vilshofen, Germany, to Milan-Malpensa when it crashed in a wooded area within the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park, near Varese. The aircraft was carrying two occupants, both of whom were identified as German citizens. ## Weather Conditions and Impact At the time of the accident, the aircraft was cruising in limited visibility caused by foggy conditions. During this phase of flight, the aircraft struck trees before crashing into the wooded terrain. ## Casualties Both occupants on board the aircraft were killed in the crash. No further details regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, or operator were provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Apr 1983 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Varese, Italy?

A twin-engine aircraft carrying two German citizens crashed into a wooded area in the Campo dei Fiori Regional Park near Varese after striking trees in foggy conditions, killing both occupants.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Apr 1983 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 21 Apr 1983 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration D-IMWH, operated by Private Germany, at Varese, Italy.