Reims FR172J nosed over during landing at Herten-Rheinfelden Airport

2 fatalities • Rheindelden, Germany

A Reims FR172J aircraft experienced a bounced landing and subsequently nosed over while attempting to land in Germany.

What happened

On April 18, 2011, at approximately 1245 UTC, a Reims FR172J, registration D-EENT, was attempting to land at Herten-Rheinfelden Airport (EDTR) in Rheinfelden, Germany. The flight had originated from Biberach Airport (EDMB) under visual meteorological conditions.

During the landing sequence, the aircraft encountered a bounced landing. The airplane continued to travel toward the end of the runway, where it subsequently nosed over. The accident resulted in 2 fatal injuries to the two occupants on board. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to its entire structure, including the fuselage, both wings, the empennage, and the vertical fin.

Probable cause

Not provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Apr 2011 Reims FR172J accident near Rheindelden, Germany?

A Reims FR172J aircraft experienced a bounced landing and subsequently nosed over while attempting to land in Germany.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Apr 2011 Reims FR172J accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Apr 2011 involved a Reims FR172J, operated by Flugsportgruppe Südwest, at Rheindelden, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not provided in the source material.

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