Aircraft crash near Munich Airport during approach

2 fatalities • Munich, Germany • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed short of the runway at Munich Airport following an encounter with heavy crosswinds during its final approach.

What happened

During the approach phase to Munich Airport, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control while navigating challenging weather conditions. The flight was operating in an environment characterized by significant crosswinds, which impacted the stability of the aircraft as it neared the landing site.

As the aircraft progressed toward the runway, the aerodynamic forces caused the plane to deviate from its intended flight path. The aircraft subsequently crashed a few hundred meters before reaching the runway threshold. The impact resulted in the deaths of both occupants on board.

Findings

  • The aircraft encountered strong crosswinds during the approach.
  • The loss of control occurred during the final stages of the landing sequence.

Probable cause

The aircraft became uncontrollable due to the impact of intense crosswinds during the approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1991-02-10 Partenavia P.68 accident near Munich, Germany?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed short of the runway at Munich Airport following an encounter with heavy crosswinds during its final approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 1991-02-10 Partenavia P.68 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1991-02-10 involved a Partenavia P.68, registration D-GANS, operated by Private Germany, at Munich, Germany.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft became uncontrollable due to the impact of intense crosswinds during the approach to the runway.

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