The aviation and state authorities have been contacted after a reckless pilot almost collided with a gaggle of backcountry skiers in Switzerland. The incident occurred on Saturday, April twenty sixth, 2025 on the slopes of Monte Rosa at 11:52am.
The group was ascending Colle Sesia at an elevation of 13,877 ft when a ski geared up Piper PA-18 Tremendous Membership got here swooping in for a snow touchdown. With out coming to a whole cease, the airplane accomplished a excessive velocity taxi flip and got here barreling down on the road of skiers. With solely ft to spare on both wingtip, the pilot laced by the skiers and left the scene.
The person who took the video contacted the correct authorities and is prepared to assist with the investigation of this harmful excessive alpine stunt:
“I’m on the disposal of the Italian, Swiss, Enac authorities. I’ve the unique video of which I’m the writer and I affirm that it’s all true with none modification. I repeat, it may have been a horrible accident.” –Luca Calzone
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