BRITISH AIRPORT OWNER TONY HALL, 42, KILLED IN SWISS ALPS PLANE CRASH

A British airport owner and businessman has been identified as the second British victim of a plane crash in the Swiss Alps that claimed three lives.

Anthony “Tony” Hall, the owner of Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport, died when a Cirrus SR22T aircraft crashed into a mountain slope near the Alpine resort of Leukerbad, Switzerland, on September 15, 2026.

His family confirmed his death in an emotional statement, describing him as a “truly wonderful husband, devoted father and much-loved man.”

AIRPORT OWNER AMONG THREE PEOPLE KILLED

The aircraft had taken off from Sion Airport before continuing its journey.

At around 4 p.m. local time, it crashed into a northern mountain slope in the Fluhalp area near Leukerbad for reasons that have not yet been established.

Emergency teams, including police, firefighters and rescue specialists, were sent to the remote crash site. Three helicopters were also involved in the response.

All three people aboard the aircraft died.

The other British victim has been identified as Owain Davies, 55, a Welsh businessman and managing director of engineering company Amcanu. Swiss authorities have not publicly identified the third person.

The Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, while Swiss police and the Swiss Office of the Attorney General are conducting a separate investigation.

FAMILY REMEMBERS ‘AN INCREDIBLE DAD’

Tony Hall’s family said they were “completely heartbroken” by his death.

In a statement released on September 24, they described him as an exceptional businessman who had achieved significant success in the construction and haulage industries.

But they emphasized that his greatest role was within his family.

“He was first and foremost a loving husband and an incredible dad to his daughter, whose family meant everything to him.”

They said Tony would be remembered as kind, caring, generous and determined, while thanking people for the support shown to the family following the tragedy.

The family also expressed sympathy for the relatives of the other victims and asked for privacy while they grieve.

HE OWNED A UK AIRPORT

Hall was the owner of Wolverhampton Halfpenny Green Airport in Staffordshire, which he acquired in 2023.

He was also managing director of Pegasus, a construction and recycling company based in Lye, near Stourbridge.

The airport paid tribute to its owner, saying he had invested enormous amounts of time, energy and passion into securing its future.

According to the airport, Hall had a clear vision for developing the site into a leading general aviation hub.

His death has therefore been felt not only by his family but also by colleagues and people connected to the local aviation community.

‘ONE OF THE VERY BEST’

Former Stourbridge MP Suzanne Webb, who knew Hall personally, also paid tribute to him.

She described him as “one of the very best” and praised both his business achievements and his contribution to the local community.

Webb also highlighted Hall’s support for the Poppy Appeal and Military Vehicle Parade, noting that he had previously served in the armed forces.

Pegasus described Hall as a much-loved husband, father, friend and colleague.

The company said he had built a strong team and a business he was extremely proud of.

A SECOND BRITISH FAMILY IS ALSO GRIEVING

Hall’s death was confirmed days after the crash, following the identification process.

The first British victim publicly identified was Welsh businessman Owain Davies, who was travelling as a passenger with two close friends.

Davies, 55, was the managing director of Amcanu and a father and grandfather.

His son Aron described him as a lifelong mentor and said the family had suffered an “unimaginable loss.”

Amcanu also revealed that Davies was passionate about aviation and was an experienced pilot, although he was travelling as a passenger when the crash occurred.

CRASH INVESTIGATION CONTINUES

Investigators have not yet announced why the aircraft struck the mountainside.

Swiss authorities said the aircraft had travelled from Lugano to Sion before continuing toward Buochs in central Switzerland.

The crash occurred only around 10 minutes after the aircraft departed Sion, according to reports.

The investigation will examine the circumstances leading to the crash and what happened during the aircraft’s final moments.

Meanwhile, two British families are left mourning loved ones whose lives were cut short in the Swiss Alps.

For Tony Hall’s family, the tragedy is being remembered through the life he built — as a businessman, airport owner, husband, father, friend and colleague.

His family said they will “miss him immensely” and remember the man who meant so much to them.