Tragic flight accident: popular Weitraer Harry Becker dead!

Tragic flight accident: popular Weitraer Harry Becker dead!

On Sunday, December 1st, a tragic aircraft disaster occurred, which the municipality of Weitra shook. The experienced pilot Harry Becker (83) killed in a routine freight from Krems-Gneixendorf to Dobersberg. According to reports from NÖN a well-known personality who had almost 45 years of experience and member of the Union Aviation Group Waldviertel was. His passion for aviation regularly led him over the clouds and made him an esteemed and popular citizen in his homeland.

The deadly crash happened at around 3:30 p.m. at the preaching chair when a crash sensor of the light aircraft was activated, as Krone . Despite immediate rescue measures, only Becker could be determined, which probably died immediately in the impact. The crash was observed by an eyewitness that immediately chose the emergency call. Over 250 firefighters combed the rough terrain in difficult weather conditions until a drone flight finally localized the crash location.

Investigations run

Becker leaves a large gap in Weitra. Together with his wife Johanna, he had a popular supermarket at Rathausplatz, which was known for his delivery service. He made his last flight at a time when many raved about his extraordinary experiences in the air. The authorities are now examining the exact circumstances of the crash. The State Criminal Police Office has taken over the investigation, while the drain of the aircraft must first remain on site to analyze further risks through the alleged parachute rescue system.

The mayor of Weitra, Patrick Layr, spoke of a deep shock and emphasized the high appreciation for Becker in the community, where he was known as an entrepreneur and passionate pilot. The dismay goes through the city, because Harry Becker was not only a talented plane, but also a person with handwell quality, as his friends and neighbors emphasize.