Piper PA-24-260 crash near Rechberghausen, Germany

2 fatalities • Rechberghausen, Germany

A Piper aircraft collided with a residence near Rechberghausen, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On January 18, 2015, at approximately 1455 UTC, a Piper PA-24-260 with registration D-EERZ struck a house in the vicinity of Rechberghausen, Germany. The impact resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and 2 fatal injuries to the pilot and passenger.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jan 2015 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PA-24-260 accident near Rechberghausen, Germany?

A Piper aircraft collided with a residence near Rechberghausen, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jan 2015 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PA-24-260 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jan 2015 involved a PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION PA-24-260, operated by Not Provided by Authority, at Rechberghausen, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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