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Aircraft ground impact near Annemasse Airport (N38RG)

Annemasse, FranceLanding (descent or approach)

On December 1, 1999, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration N38RG) operated by Schuybroek Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Annemasse, France during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway due to an insufficient altitude during the approach phase. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft struck the ground short of the runway during its approach to Annemasse Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

What happened

During an approach to Annemasse Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a low-altitude impact with the terrain before reaching the runway. The impact occurred short of the landing strip, causing the aircraft to lose its undercarriage upon contact with the ground. The aircraft eventually came to a complete stop at the site of the incident.

There was only one person on board, the pilot, who survived the event without any injuries. While the pilot escaped unharmed, the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating at an insufficient altitude during the approach phase.
  • The primary factor in the accident was that the aircraft was too low on approach.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway due to an insufficient altitude during the approach phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Dec 1999 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Annemasse, France?

A twin-engine aircraft struck the ground short of the runway during its approach to Annemasse Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Dec 1999 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Dec 1999 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration N38RG, operated by Schuybroek Aviation, at Annemasse, France.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground short of the runway due to an insufficient altitude during the approach phase.

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