2 fatalities

2014-06-23: 2014 Olsberg mid-air collision — Germany

Germany

On June 23, 2014, a 2014 Olsberg mid-air collision was involved in an aviation accident near Germany. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from Wikidata contributors.

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A German Eurofighter Typhoon and a private Learjet 35 collided during a military exercise over Olsberg, Germany, on June 23, 2014. The business jet crashed, killing both occupants, while the fighter landed safely.

What happened

On June 23, 2014, an aerial incident occurred over the municipality of Olsberg in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. A German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet and a Learjet 35 business aircraft were engaged in a military exercise at the time. The two aircraft collided mid-air. Following the impact, the Learjet 35 lost control and crashed to the ground. Both crew members aboard the private jet perished in the accident. The Eurofighter sustained damage from the collision but remained airworthy. The pilot of the fighter jet successfully managed to land the aircraft safely without further incident.

Investigation

The source material does not provide specific details regarding the investigative procedures, findings, or official conclusions drawn by aviation authorities concerning this incident.