2 fatalities

Aircraft crash in Lämershagen kills two passengers (D-AIAV)

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On August 9, 1940, a Douglas DC-2 (registration D-AIAV) operated by Deutsche Lufthansa was involved in an aviation accident near Lämershagen, Germany in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: German authorities determined the accident was caused by pilot error. 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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An aircraft crashed near Bielefeld, Germany, resulting in the deaths of two passengers. German authorities attributed the incident to pilot error without detailing specific circumstances.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred in Lämershagen, a location situated southeast of the city of Bielefeld in Germany. The aircraft impacted the ground under unknown conditions, leading to a fatal outcome for those on board. According to official reports, two passengers lost their lives in the crash. No specific details regarding the flight phase or immediate sequence of events prior to impact were provided in the available documentation.

Findings

German aviation authorities investigated the incident and issued a preliminary determination regarding its origin. While they did not elaborate on the precise mechanical failures or environmental factors that might have contributed, the official conclusion stated that the accident was caused by pilot error. The investigation report noted that the exact causes and specific circumstances surrounding the occurrence were not fully explained in the public findings.

Probable cause

German authorities determined the accident was caused by pilot error.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Aug 1940 Douglas DC-2 accident near Lämershagen, Germany?

An aircraft crashed near Bielefeld, Germany, resulting in the deaths of two passengers. German authorities attributed the incident to pilot error without detailing specific circumstances.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Aug 1940 Douglas DC-2 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Aug 1940 involved a Douglas DC-2, registration D-AIAV, operated by Deutsche Lufthansa, at Lämershagen, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

German authorities determined the accident was caused by pilot error.