Aircraft wreck in the North Sea: Was it missing Jochen B.?

Aircraft wreck in the North Sea: Was it missing Jochen B.?

A shocking find causes a stir: A fisherman recovered the remains of a Cessna 172 in the North Sea, which disappeared with the German pilot Jochen B. (62) more than 14 months ago. Jochen B. originally wanted to fly from Schleswig-Holstein to Bayreuth, but his contact was lost about 70 nautical miles southeast of the Shetland Islands. The investigators of the British Authority for Flight Accident Investigation (AAIB) now confirm that it is the missing plane that disappeared on September 30, 2023. On December 6th, Fischer found the wreck and reported the find, as the

weather conditions and determination

The police in Scotland are now investigating how this tragic incident could occur. The wreck was discovered near the Shetland Islands, where the North Atlantic meets the North Sea. This region is known for rough weather conditions that can make flights dangerous. Jochen B., an experienced pilot, had asked for a machine with a autopilot and had started to attend relatives with the intention. Tragically, there was no further contact after the start in Schleswig-Holstein. Experts are now investigating the causes of the crash, while the ndr further reports on the impressive but also dangerous region of the Shetland islands.

The Shetland Islands, a small archipelago in the North Atlantic, are known for their wild beauty and cultural history. Located between the Faroe Islands and Norway, the islands have a fascinating connection to the Vikings and are now famous for their high -quality wool products

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