2 fatalities

Military Aircraft Crash Near Nuremberg Airport (85-0154)

Nuremberg, GermanyLanding (descent or approach)

On March 26, 2001, a Beechcraft C-12 Huron (registration 85-0154) operated by United States Army was involved in an aviation accident near Nuremberg, Germany during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

A twin-engine military aircraft crashed in the Moritzberg forest while approaching Nuremberg Airport after a reconnaissance mission from Wiesbaden, killing both pilots.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft crashed in the Moritzberg forest while on approach to Nuremberg Airport. The accident occurred approximately 16 kilometers short of runway 28. The aircraft was destroyed in the crash, and both pilots on board were killed. The pilots were members of the 205th Military Intelligence Brigade (MIB). The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, exact date, operator name, or the cause of the crash. The incident is described as having occurred in unknown circumstances. The aircraft had been conducting a reconnaissance mission from Wiesbaden prior to the crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Mar 2001 Beechcraft C-12 Huron accident near Nuremberg, Germany?

A twin-engine military aircraft crashed in the Moritzberg forest while approaching Nuremberg Airport after a reconnaissance mission from Wiesbaden, killing both pilots.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Mar 2001 Beechcraft C-12 Huron accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Mar 2001 involved a Beechcraft C-12 Huron, registration 85-0154, operated by United States Army, at Nuremberg, Germany.