Aircraft accident during approach to Allendorf-Eder Airport

2 fatalities • Allendorf-Eder, Germany • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed in a wooded area during a go-around maneuver at Allendorf-Eder Airport under poor weather conditions.

What happened

During an approach to Allendorf-Eder Airport, the aircraft was operating in adverse weather conditions. While on approach, the captain elected to cancel the existing IFR flight plan. Following this decision, the crew initiated a go-around procedure.

During the execution of this maneuver, the aircraft's attitude changed significantly. The nose of the plane descended to an angle of 30 degrees, followed by a right-wing roll reaching 60 degrees. The aircraft subsequently impacted a wooded area. The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both pilots were killed in the crash.

Findings

Records indicate that although the captain made the decision to cancel the flight plan, the copilot was serving as the pilot in command at the time of the impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-01-25 Cessna 550 Citation II accident near Allendorf-Eder, Germany?

An aircraft crashed in a wooded area during a go-around maneuver at Allendorf-Eder Airport under poor weather conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 1995-01-25 Cessna 550 Citation II accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-01-25 involved a Cessna 550 Citation II, registration D-CHVB, operated by Viessmann Werke, at Allendorf-Eder, Germany.

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