On June 26, 1994, an Antonov AN-2 (registration D-FONJ) operated by E. Siebzehnrübl was involved in an aviation accident near Aichach, Germany during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck an embankment because it was flying too low during the final approach to the runway. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A single-engine aircraft struck an embankment during its final approach to an airshow at Aichach Airport, resulting in significant damage but no injuries.
What happened
During an aerial demonstration event at Aichach Airport, a solo pilot was performing a final approach to the runway. During this phase of flight, the aircraft type struck an embankment situated just before the runway threshold. The force of the collision caused the separation of both main landing gear assemblies from the airframe. Following the impact, the aircraft slid on its belly before coming to a complete stop.
Findings
The aircraft was operating at an altitude that was too low for the approach.
The collision with the terrain led to the total loss of the aircraft due to damage beyond repair.
The pilot was the only person on board and managed to exit the wreckage uninjured.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck an embankment because it was flying too low during the final approach to the runway.