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Aircraft crash near Kayl, Luxembourg (G-AIRZ)

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On July 18, 1952, an Airspeed AS.10 Oxford (registration G-AIRZ) operated by Hunting Aerosurveys was involved in an aviation accident near Kayl, Luxembourg in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck the top of a hill while performing low-altitude photography maneuvers. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside during an aerial photography mission in southern Luxembourg, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During an aerial photography flight, a twin engine aircraft struck the summit of a hill near Kayl, located in the southern region of Luxembourg. The incident occurred while the aircraft was operating at a low altitude as part of its mission. Following the impact with the terrain, the aircraft crashed, leading to the deaths of both people on board.

Findings

  • The flight was engaged in an aerial photography mission at the time of the accident.
  • The aircraft was flying at a low height when it encountered the hilltop.
  • There were two fatalities recorded, involving the pilot and one passenger.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the top of a hill while performing low-altitude photography maneuvers.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jul 1952 Airspeed AS.10 Oxford accident near Kayl, Luxembourg?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside during an aerial photography mission in southern Luxembourg, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jul 1952 Airspeed AS.10 Oxford accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jul 1952 involved an Airspeed AS.10 Oxford, registration G-AIRZ, operated by Hunting Aerosurveys, at Kayl, Luxembourg.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the top of a hill while performing low-altitude photography maneuvers.

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