Switzerland summer camp teens killed in plane crash
The two campers, both 14, had gone up for a ride in the single-engine plane as part of their summer camp activities.
Friday 4 August 2017 18:37, UK
Two 14-year-olds attending an aviation summer camp in Switzerland have died after their light aircraft crashed.
The pilot was also killed and a third teenager seriously injured in the accident, which took place during a flight organised at the Aero-Club of Switzerland in the eastern area of Graubunden.
The victims, all Swiss, were found in the wreckage of the single-engine Piper PA28 at the foot of the Diavolezza mountain station, near the border with Italy.
"My world has collapsed", Yves Burkhardt of the Aero-Club told reporters.
He said the flight was meant to be the highlight of the week-long camp and the club has been operating such activities for 35 years.
Police said an investigation is under way to find out what caused the accident.
They added that the pilot was experienced and had already taken up another group of youngsters earlier in the day.
Swiss federal aviation authorities have ordered a ban on all flights within 2.7 mile radius of the area, ATS news reported.
The Alpine area of Switzerland is popular with tourists and known for its beautiful scenery and winter sports.