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Plane crash in Lake Zug: rescue operations in full swing!
A small plane crashed into Lake Zug near Cham on September 19, 2025. Rescue workers are on site.
Plane crash in Lake Zug: rescue operations in full swing!
On Friday afternoon, September 19, 2025, a small plane crashed into Lake Zug in Cham. The Zug police have confirmed the incident and a large contingent of rescue workers is currently on duty. In the dramatic incident, the plane lost significant altitude in a right-hand turn before hitting the surface of the water with a loud bang, an eyewitness told the media. The moment of impact can be seen in a video, which impressively documents the entire event.
Of particular concern is the uncertainty about the plane's occupants. The spokesman for the Zug law enforcement authorities, Frank Kleiner, has not yet commented in more detail about the two people on board. There is also no information about any injuries. An experienced pilot observing the scene noticed that the aircraft's approach angle was too steep and the speed was too slow, leading to the tragic incident. Parts of the plane sank into the water within a minute, further complicating the situation.
Large-scale deployment of rescue workers
Rega (air rescue service) joined the operation, while rescue workers set up oil barriers on site to prevent possible environmental pollution. Several boats were involved and the mobilization of emergency services indicates that the situation is being taken seriously. Given the upcoming seaplane event in Cham, in which six pilots are taking part, it is currently unclear whether the crash is related to this event. Preparations were already underway when the tragic incident occurred.
The crash has roiled the community and also raised questions about aviation safety standards. Such incidents are not without their own, they join the lists of aviation incidents that deal with accidents and disasters. Similar reports of aviation incidents have emerged recently, prompting authorities to potentially consider tighter security measures.
Developments surrounding the crash continue to be closely followed by authorities and the media as rescue workers make every effort to find the two missing occupants. The hope for positive news remains, even if the situation raises more questions than answers. For many in Cham, this remains a shocking incident that has raised eyebrows and drawn attention to aviation security procedures.
We will keep you updated with further information regarding this incident. Stay tuned.