Synopsis

Crossair Flight 3597’s pilots fought for control as they approached Zurich Airport, battling adverse weather conditions, a depleted air traffic control staff, and a runway relying on outdated technology. By the time they made the difficult decision to abort the landing, the situation was irreversible. The aircraft crashed into a hillside, claiming the lives of 24 of the 33 people aboard. The tragedy marked Switzerland’s deadliest air disaster in more than a decade, and investigators faced intens