7 fatalities

Fatal Stall and Crash of Karl Hochmuth After Takeoff from Hanover (D-AFOP)

Hanover, GermanyTakeoff (climb)

On August 30, 1939, a Junkers JU.52 (registration D-AFOP) operated by Deutsche Lufthansa was involved in an aviation accident near Hanover, Germany during takeoff. 7 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-27Data APIEditorial standards

A three-engine aircraft named Karl Hochmuth stalled shortly after departing Hanover Airport, resulting in a crash that killed all seven people on board.

What happened

The incident occurred immediately following departure from Hanover Airport. The aircraft, identified by the name Karl Hochmuth and configured with three engines, experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase. This loss of lift led to a crash shortly after takeoff. There were no survivors in this event; all seven occupants were killed.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific details regarding the technical cause of the stall or any subsequent investigation findings. The primary factual record confirms that the aircraft stalled and crashed, resulting in total loss of life for everyone on board.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Aug 1939 Junkers JU.52 accident near Hanover, Germany?

A three-engine aircraft named Karl Hochmuth stalled shortly after departing Hanover Airport, resulting in a crash that killed all seven people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Aug 1939 Junkers JU.52 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Aug 1939 involved a Junkers JU.52, registration D-AFOP, operated by Deutsche Lufthansa, at Hanover, Germany.