2 fatalities

Fatal Training Accident at Büchel Air Base (58+58)

Büchel AFB, GermanyLanding (descent or approach)

On July 10, 1992, a Dornier DO.28D Skyservant (registration 58+58) operated by German Air Force - Deutsche Luftwaffe was involved in an aviation accident near Büchel AFB, 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.

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A military training aircraft crashed one kilometer short of the runway threshold at Büchel AFB during a single-engine approach go-around. The accident resulted in the destruction of the airframe and the deaths of both crew members.

Incident Overview

An aviation safety incident occurred at Büchel Air Base (AFB) involving a military aircraft engaged in local training operations. The event took place during a specific phase of flight characterized by reduced engine power, specifically a single-engine approach configuration.

Sequence of Events

According to the investigation records, the flight crew initiated a go-around procedure while on final approach. During this maneuver, the aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall. Consequently, the airframe lost altitude and impacted the ground approximately one kilometer short of the threshold for runway 03/21.

Casualties and Damage

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Both individuals on board were killed in the accident. The crew members identified in the official report are Lieutenant Colonel Johannes Asanger and Major Eckhard Südmeyer.