Nighttime crash near Nuremberg Airport involving three fatalities

3 fatalities • Nuremberg, Germany • Landing (descent or approach)

A fatal aircraft accident occurred during the final approach to Nuremberg Airport when an airplane struck trees and crashed in a wooded area.

What happened

During a nighttime approach to runway 28 at Nuremberg Airport, an aircraft impacted treetops before crashing into a forested region situated approximately 4 km from the runway threshold. The impact resulted in a post-crash fire that consumed the airframe. There were three fatalities among the occupants of the plane, with no survivors reported.

Findings

Investigations into the accident highlighted two primary contributing elements. It is believed that an excessive buildup of ice or frost on the fuselage played a significant role in the loss of control during the approach. Additionally, evidence indicated that the pilot's blood alcohol concentration was measured between 1.21 and 2.5‰, which served as a further contributing factor to the event.

Probable cause

The crash was likely caused by heavy ice accumulation on the fuselage, compounded by the pilot's high level of alcohol impairment.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1974-05-06 Douglas DC-6 accident near Nuremberg, Germany?

A fatal aircraft accident occurred during the final approach to Nuremberg Airport when an airplane struck trees and crashed in a wooded area.

Were there any fatalities in the 1974-05-06 Douglas DC-6 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1974-05-06 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration TF-OAE, operated by Fragtflug, at Nuremberg, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crash was likely caused by heavy ice accumulation on the fuselage, compounded by the pilot's high level of alcohol impairment.

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