One aircraft crashed and its pilot suffered minor injuries after ejecting and landing in a greenhouse. The other aircraft was damaged but managed to land safely.
The accident resulted in CHF800,000 ($863,000) of damage.
Investigations concluded that pilot error was likely to blame, a finding that was upheld by the military tribunal ruling released on Thursday.
Prosecutors at the tribunal complained that pilots felt “untouchable” and did not pay enough attention to the possibility of errors.
Patrouille Suisse resumed flying displays after an investigation but no longer performs that particular diamond formation.
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Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) will not be flying to Tel Aviv up to and including June 8 due to the current situation in the Middle East.
Italy and Switzerland agree on taxation of cross-border workers
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The Italian government has approved the agreement with Switzerland on the taxation of so-called teleworking by cross-border commuters.
Nestlé water scandal: French state accused of cover-up
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In the scandal surrounding the illegal treatment of mineral water in France, there was reportedly a cover-up of unauthorised practices by Swiss food giant Nestlé.
Air fleet of Swiss administration deemed too large
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In the view of the Swiss Federal Audit Office, the size of the fleet should be reduced or the aircraft leased to improve cost-effectiveness.
MSC Cruises places CHF3 billion order for two more sea giants
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Italo-Swiss company MSC Crociere has confirmed an order to the Saint-Nazaire Atlantic Shipyards for two ships worth around €3.5 billion.
Situation calm overnight above Swiss village facing avalanche
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The situation in the Valais village of Blatten VS, which was threatened by a landslide, remained calm on Tuesday night. The anxiety continues, especially for the 300 evacuated residents.
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