On December 6, 1987, a Beechcraft 90 King Air (registration D-IMWH) operated by W. H. Hoffmann was involved in an aviation accident near Düsseldorf-Lohausen, Germany during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot lost control of the aircraft while executing a go-around procedure following an unsuccessful attempt to locate the airport in poor weather. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft crashed near Düsseldorf-Lohausen Airport during a go-around maneuver following a diversion from Marl Airport, resulting in four fatalities.
What happened
During an approach toward Marl Airport, the pilot encountered adverse weather conditions. Due to these environmental factors, the decision was made to divert the flight to Düsseldorf-Lohausen Airport.
As the aircraft attempted to locate the diversion airport, the crew was unable to establish visual contact with the destination. While performing a go-around procedure, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The subsequent impact occurred in the vicinity of the airport. There were four fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.
Findings
The flight was diverted from its original destination due to poor visibility and weather.
Loss of control during a go-around maneuver led to the crash near the airfield.
Probable cause
The pilot lost control of the aircraft while executing a go-around procedure following an unsuccessful attempt to locate the airport in poor weather.