Accident Overview
A single-engine airplane, operated by a German company headquartered in Allendorf, crashed in a colza field near Thury-en-Valois, France. The flight had departed from Jersey Island and was en route to Allendorf-Eder Airport.
Circumstances of the Crash
While cruising at altitude over the eastern part of Paris, the aircraft encountered poor weather conditions and entered an uncontrolled descent. It then struck the ground in a colza field, resulting in the total destruction of the airframe by impact forces. The aircraft did not catch fire.
Occupants and Fatalities
All six occupants aboard the aircraft were killed in the accident.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, the aircraft was flying in very poor weather conditions, which included thunderstorm activity.