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Training Flight Crash at Graz-Thalerhof (OE-TOF)

Graz, AustriaLanding (descent or approach)

On August 4, 1936, an Udet U12 Flamingo (registration OE-TOF) operated by Austrian Air Force - Österreichische Luftstreitkräfte was involved in an aviation accident near Graz, Austria during landing or approach. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control during the approach phase of a local training flight. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-27Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft crashed during an approach to Graz-Thalerhof Airport while on a local training flight, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

The incident involved a local training flight operating out of Graz-Thalerhof Airport. During the final approach phase, the aircraft experienced a loss of control and subsequently impacted the ground. The crash resulted in the fatality of the pilot. No other persons were reported injured or killed in the event.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific technical details regarding the mechanical condition of the airframe or the exact sequence of control inputs leading to the loss of control. The primary fact established is that the aircraft went out of control during the approach, leading directly to the fatal crash.

Probable cause

Loss of control during the approach phase of a local training flight.

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Aug 1936 Udet U12 Flamingo accident near Graz, Austria?

A single-engine aircraft crashed during an approach to Graz-Thalerhof Airport while on a local training flight, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Aug 1936 Udet U12 Flamingo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Aug 1936 involved an Udet U12 Flamingo, registration OE-TOF, operated by Austrian Air Force - Österreichische Luftstreitkräfte, at Graz, Austria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of control during the approach phase of a local training flight.

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