Matternet medical-delivery drone operated for Swiss Post crashes into Lake Zurich
[MALFUNCTION]Jan 25, 2019 · Matternet · Matternet Station · Raleigh
Failure Mode
MALFUNCTION
Event Date
Jan 25, 2019
Primary Entity
Matternet
Robotic Platform
Matternet Station
Jurisdiction / Location
Raleigh
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
A Matternet quadcopter carrying a (non-critical) lab sample for Swiss Post went down into Lake Zurich; its parachute deployed and police divers recovered it from about 20 meters. A short circuit that cut power to the GPS unit was cited. Source: Swiss FOCA-supervised review; The Local and IEEE Spectrum reporting.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.bazg.admin.ch/
https://www.bazg.admin.ch/
- Inspect Filing
https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/business/medical-samples_swiss-post-drone-deliveries-to-resume-after-crashes/45517378
https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/business/medical-samples_swiss-post-drone-deliveries-to-resume-after-crashes/45517378
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Matternet medical-delivery drone operated for Swiss Post crashes into Lake Zurich?
A Matternet quadcopter carrying a (non-critical) lab sample for Swiss Post went down into Lake Zurich; its parachute deployed and police divers recovered it from about 20 meters. A short circuit that cut power to the GPS unit was cited. Source: Swiss FOCA-supervised review; The Local and IEEE Spectrum reporting.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on January 25, 2019 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Matternet medical-delivery drone operated for Swiss Post crashes into Lake Zurich?
Matternet Station by Matternet is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Raleigh.
Has anyone responded to Matternet medical-delivery drone operated for Swiss Post crashes into Lake Zurich?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Matternet medical-delivery drone operated for Swiss Post crashes into Lake Zurich?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.