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Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash in Ried, Germany (D-IFLY)

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On July 16, 1971, a Rockwell Aero Commander 500 (registration D-IFLY) operated by Private Germany was involved in an aviation accident near Ried, Germany in flight. One person was 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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in an open field in Ried, southeast of Augsburg, after an in-flight explosion. The sole pilot was killed, and the exact cause of the incident remains unknown.

Incident Overview and Location Details During its flight, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a sudden explosion while en route. Following the explosion, the aircraft lost control and dove into the ground. The crash occurred in an open field in the locality of Ried, which is situated approximately 14 kilometers southeast of Augsburg. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. The pilot, who was the only person on board, was killed in the accident. The investigation into the incident has not yet determined the exact cause of the explosion or the subsequent loss of control, leaving the specific factors behind the crash unknown.

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