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Fatal Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Nuremberg Airport (D-INFD)

Raitersach, GermanyLanding (descent or approach)

On April 14, 1977, a Cessna 414 Chancellor (registration D-INFD) operated by NFD Luftverkehrs - Nürnberger Flugdienst was involved in an aviation accident near Raitersach, Germany during landing or approach. 6 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 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 aircraft crashed in a field in Raitersach, 21 km southwest of Nuremberg Airport, after striking power cables during an approach in heavy snow showers. All six occupants were killed.

Incident Overview and Location Details During an approach to Nuremberg Airport, a twin-engine aircraft encountered poor visibility caused by heavy snow showers. The aircraft subsequently struck power cables and crashed in a field in Raitersach, located approximately 21 km southwest of the airport. The impact resulted in the aircraft being destroyed and a post-crash fire. ## Casualties and Operational Context The source states that all six occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident. The investigation source notes that the crew failed to realize the aircraft's altitude was too low before the collision with the power cables occurred. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date is provided in the source material.

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What happened in the 14 Apr 1977 Cessna 414 Chancellor accident near Raitersach, Germany?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a field in Raitersach, 21 km southwest of Nuremberg Airport, after striking power cables during an approach in heavy snow showers. All six occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Apr 1977 Cessna 414 Chancellor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Apr 1977 involved a Cessna 414 Chancellor, registration D-INFD, operated by NFD Luftverkehrs - Nürnberger Flugdienst, at Raitersach, Germany.

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