Aircraft crash near Kayl, Luxembourg

2 fatalities • Kayl, Luxembourg • Flight

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.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1952-07-18 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 1952-07-18 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 1952-07-18 involved a 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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