Night Approach Accident at Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport (D-EMBZ)

Incident Overview During a night approach to runway 36 at Donaueschingen-Villingen Airport, a single-engine aircraft failed to reach the runway threshold. The aircraft struck the ground approximately 50 meters short of the threshold, collided with runway lighting equipment, and came to rest near the threshold. The left wing was partially torn off during the impact, and the aircraft was destroyed. All five occupants escaped with minor injuries. No specific aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or cause is provided in the source material. ## Operational Context The approach was conducted at night. The aircraft was on final approach when it impacted the ground short of the runway. The collision with runway light equipment occurred as the aircraft came to rest near the threshold. The source does not specify weather conditions, flight phase details beyond final approach, or the reason for the short landing. ## Outcome The aircraft was destroyed, with its left wing partially torn off. All five occupants sustained minor injuries and escaped. The source does not provide information on emergency response, investigation findings, or probable cause.