What happened
While traveling en route, a twin engine airplane experienced an explosion mid-flight. Following the blast, the aircraft entered a steep dive and struck the ground in an open field situated in Ried, approximately 14 kilometers southeast of Augsburg. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.
At the time of the accident, there was only one person on board. The pilot sustained fatal injuries during the crash, resulting in one fatality.
Findings
Investigations into the incident have not yet determined the specific reason for the onboard explosion or why the aircraft lost control following the event. The precise origin of the blast remains unidentified.