Mid-air collision near Oberhausen-Rheinhausen, Germany

4 fatalities • Oberhausen-Rheinhausen, Germany

A mid-air collision involving a Piper PA-28 and an Airbus-Helicopter EC135P2 resulted in the destruction of both aircraft.

What happened

On January 23, 2018, at approximately 1207 UTC, a mid-air collision occurred near Oberhausen-Rheinhausen, Germany. The accident involved a Piper PA-28RT-201T, bearing registration HB-PGF, and an Airbus-Helicopter EC135P2, bearing registration D-HDRV.

The collision resulted in 4 fatalities, involving all pilots and passengers on board both aircraft. Both aircraft were destroyed in the accident.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Jan 2018 PIPER PA-28RT-201T 201T accident near Oberhausen-Rheinhausen, Germany?

A mid-air collision involving a Piper PA-28 and an Airbus-Helicopter EC135P2 resulted in the destruction of both aircraft.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Jan 2018 PIPER PA-28RT-201T 201T accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Jan 2018 involved a PIPER PA-28RT-201T 201T, at Oberhausen-Rheinhausen, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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