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Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport Approach Accident (D-IHLZ)

Wilhelmshaven, GermanyLanding (descent or approach)

On June 18, 1973, a Learjet 24 (registration D-IHLZ) operated by Philipp Holzmann was involved in an aviation accident near Wilhelmshaven, Germany during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft struck tree tops 600 meters short of the runway threshold during final approach to Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport, crashing in flames 100 meters short of the runway. All four occupants were killed.

Accident Overview and Sequence of Events During final approach to Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport, the crew was completing a last turn at an altitude of about 600 feet when the aircraft struck tree tops located 600 meters short of the runway threshold. The airplane lost height and crashed in flames 100 meters short of the runway. The aircraft was destroyed by a post-crash fire, and all four occupants were killed. ## Impact and Outcome The impact with the tree tops caused the aircraft to lose altitude, leading to a crash in flames 100 meters short of the runway. The post-crash fire destroyed the aircraft, and all four occupants were killed.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jun 1973 Learjet 24 accident near Wilhelmshaven, Germany?

An aircraft struck tree tops 600 meters short of the runway threshold during final approach to Wilhelmshaven-Mariensiel Airport, crashing in flames 100 meters short of the runway. All four occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jun 1973 Learjet 24 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jun 1973 involved a Learjet 24, registration D-IHLZ, operated by Philipp Holzmann, at Wilhelmshaven, Germany.

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