No fatalities

Training Flight Collision with Trees Near Frielendorf (50+50)

Wunstorf AFB, GermanyFlight

On September 22, 2008, a Transall C-160 (registration 50+50) operated by German Air Force - Deutsche Luftwaffe was involved in an aviation accident near Wunstorf AFB, Germany in flight. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

During a low-altitude training flight near Frielendorf, an aircraft struck trees while transitioning from IFR to VFR. The crew diverted to Wunstorf AFB and landed safely, with no injuries but the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview and Location Details The event occurred during a training flight in the region of Hanover. The aircraft was operating at low altitude in the area of Frielendorf when the incident took place. ## Operational Context and Collision The crew was in the process of transitioning from Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) to Visual Flight Rules (VFR) mode. During this phase of the flight, the aircraft collided with trees. ## Diversion and Landing Following the collision, the crew diverted to Wunstorf Air Base (AFB). The aircraft landed safely at the destination. ## Casualties and Damage Assessment All occupants escaped the incident uninjured. The aircraft sustained serious damage to its tail and stabilizers, resulting in the airframe being declared damaged beyond repair.