Bad Sassendorf Flugzeugabsturz: Two Lives Lost in Cessna Crash During Fly In Event
Details of the Bad Sassendorf Flugzeugabsturz
On an unfortunate day at the small airfield in Bad Sassendorf, a Cessna 172 tragically crashed, leading to the loss of two lives. The aircraft was participating in a Fly In, an event where pilots arrive with their planes. The incident occurred shortly after the plane took off at approximately 16:30, as confirmed by a police spokesperson.
The crash site was quickly attended to by eyewitnesses, who rushed to provide first aid. It is reported that numerous spectators gathered for the Fly In event witnessed the unfolding tragedy.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the accident. While the cause remains unclear, no technical malfunctions or human errors have been ruled out. The airfield was closed post-accident, and investigators from the Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation proceeded to the scene to gather more evidence.
Related Incidents
Earlier on the same day, a separate incident occurred in Porta Westfalica, resulting in yet another plane crash where a 67-year-old pilot tragically lost his life. Although both crashes are under investigation, there is no current connection between the two incidents.
In Nordhessen, two others were severely injured following a plane crash shortly after taking off from Korbach airfield.
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