On September 9, 1925, a Junkers F.13 (registration D-409) operated by Südwestdeutsche Luftverkehrs was involved in an aviation accident near Schönau am Königssee, Germany during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A wing struck the ground during landing, causing the aircraft to crash. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A sightseeing aircraft crashed upon landing near Bechtersgaden, Bavaria, after a wing struck the ground, resulting in serious injuries to two occupants and minor injuries to three others.
What happened
The incident occurred during a recreational flight over the Bechtersgaden area in Bavaria. As the aircraft approached for landing, one of its wings made contact with the terrain. This impact caused the plane to crash immediately after touchdown. The accident resulted in significant damage to the airframe, which was subsequently declared destroyed.
Findings
The collision between the wing and the ground during the final approach phase was the direct cause of the crash. Regarding the human impact, two individuals sustained serious injuries, including the pilot and one passenger. Additionally, three other occupants on board suffered minor injuries. No fatalities were reported in this event.
Probable cause
A wing struck the ground during landing, causing the aircraft to crash.
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