What happened
On a private flight departing from Salzburg Airport at 12:42 local time, a twin engine aircraft was traveling toward Lake Garda. As the flight approached its destination near Manerba di Garda, the aircraft attempted to land. During the landing phase, the plane became uncontrollable and descended into the water.
Following the impact, the aircraft submerged to a depth of approximately 120 meters. Despite the severity of the descent, the two people on board were able to exit the aircraft and evacuate the scene without injury.
Findings
- The aircraft lost control during the landing sequence.
- The vessel settled on the lake floor at a depth of roughly 120 meters.
- Both occupants survived the incident.