On December 4, 1997, a Piper PA-31 Cheyenne (registration F-GFBF) operated by Société Soon was involved in an aviation accident near Droue-sur-Drouette, France in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft experienced a loss of control during descent in adverse weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A single-engine aircraft crashed into a field during its descent to Paris-Orly, resulting in the death of the pilot.
What happened
During an approach to Paris-Orly, a twin engine aircraft was performing a descent amidst unfavorable weather conditions. While communicating with Air Traffic Control, the pilot reported experiencing issues with the aircraft's controls. Following this report, the plane entered a state of uncontrolled descent and struck a field.
Findings
The flight was operating in poor visibility and difficult weather.
The pilot reported control problems prior to the impact.
There was 1 fatality involving the pilot, who was the only person on board at the time of the accident.
Probable cause
The aircraft experienced a loss of control during descent in adverse weather conditions.