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Probe into the Two Aviation Mishaps Involving Light Aircraft

Aircraft in Brandenburg experiences a crash soon after takeoff, landing in a cornfield. Current investigation standing on the incident's status?

Probe into the collisions of two compact aircraft
Probe into the collisions of two compact aircraft

Probe into the Two Aviation Mishaps Involving Light Aircraft

Small Aircraft Crashes in Lower Fläming, Resulting in Two Fatalities

A tragic incident occurred in the Fläming region on Tuesday morning, as a small aircraft crashed near Reinsdorf Airport in Lower Fläming. The incident took place in the municipality of Lower Fläming, district of Teltow-Fläming, at around 11:15 AM local time.

The aircraft involved in the crash was a single-engine Cessna 172 Skyhawk, originating from Brandenburg Airport. The crash site, located in a cornfield, was secured by local authorities shortly after the incident.

Sadly, the crash resulted in two fatalities. The victims were two men, aged 62 and 66. Emergency services responded promptly to the crash site, but efforts to save the lives of the passengers proved unsuccessful.

No other aircraft were reported to be involved in the incident, and the weather conditions during the time of the crash were clear and sunny. However, the exact cause of the crash remains unknown, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.

The Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation in Braunschweig is leading the investigation. They have begun reconstructing the flight path of the aircraft, and the debris field of the aircraft is currently being examined by investigators.

No information about any potential witnesses or bystanders was given, but local authorities have set up a hotline for anyone with information to come forward. The authorities are urging anyone who may have seen or heard anything related to the incident to contact the hotline.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers inherent in aviation. Our thoughts go out to the families and friends of those affected by this tragedy.

Investigations into the crash are ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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