Accident Overview
A twin-engine aircraft conducting a charter flight from Torino-Caselle Airport to Paris-Le Bourget crashed on final approach, resulting in the deaths of all seven people on board. The aircraft was carrying four journalists, a member of the AFP news agency, and two pilots.
Approach and Collision
During the night approach to runway 07 at Paris-Le Bourget, the crew encountered limited visibility due to foggy conditions. While attempting to establish visual contact with the approach lights, the crew did not notice that the aircraft's altitude had become too low. The aircraft struck the roof of a warehouse and subsequently crashed in the commune of Garges-lès-Gonesse, less than 2 kilometers short of the runway threshold.
Post-Crash Fire and Fatalities
Following the impact, a fire broke out and destroyed the aircraft. All seven occupants—the two pilots and five passengers—were killed in the accident.
Investigation
The official investigation into the accident examined the circumstances of the flight, including weather conditions and crew actions. The source states that the crew's failure to realize the aircraft's low altitude during the foggy approach led to the collision with the warehouse.