No fatalities

Aircraft Strikes Embankment During Airshow Approach at Aichach Airport (D-FONJ)

Aichach, GermanyLanding (descent or approach)

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. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A single-pilot aircraft struck an embankment short of the runway threshold during final approach at Aichach Airport. The pilot escaped uninjured, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview and Location The incident occurred at Aichach Airport while the pilot, who was the sole person on board, was participating in an airshow. The aircraft was on final approach when it encountered the accident. ## Approach and Impact During the final approach, the aircraft was too low. It struck an embankment located short of the runway threshold. On impact, both main landing gears were torn off. The aircraft then landed on its belly and came to rest. ## Outcome The pilot escaped the accident uninjured. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair. No other persons were on board, and no additional injuries were reported in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Jun 1994 Antonov AN-2 accident near Aichach, Germany?

A single-pilot aircraft struck an embankment short of the runway threshold during final approach at Aichach Airport. The pilot escaped uninjured, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Jun 1994 Antonov AN-2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Jun 1994 involved an Antonov AN-2, registration D-FONJ, operated by E. Siebzehnrübl, at Aichach, Germany.