Aircraft accident near Bischofsheim, Germany

6 fatalities • Bischofsheim, Germany • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside in Bischofsheim during a charter flight, resulting in six fatalities.

What happened

A charter flight operating from Nordhorn to Hassfurt, Bavaria, ended in a fatal accident near Bischofsheim. The aircraft, a twin engine plane, was transporting one pilot and six passengers at the time of the incident. After the flight passed the local VOR, the pilot initiated a descent toward Hassfurt-Schweinfurt Airport.

During the approach, the aircraft encountered heavy fog, which significantly reduced visibility. While navigating these conditions, the plane struck a hill situated approximately 53 km northwest of its destination. The impact resulted in six fatalities among the occupants. One passenger survived the crash but sustained serious injuries.

Findings

  • The accident occurred during the descent phase of the flight.
  • Poor visibility caused by foggy conditions was a primary factor during the approach to the airport.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain while descending in low-visibility fog.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-03-11 Cessna 402 accident near Bischofsheim, Germany?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a hillside in Bischofsheim during a charter flight, resulting in six fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-03-11 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-03-11 involved a Cessna 402, registration D-ICLW, operated by Luft-Taxi Emsland, at Bischofsheim, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain while descending in low-visibility fog.

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