Glider crash in Schwäbisch Hall: pilot dies tragically!

Glider crash in Schwäbisch Hall: pilot dies tragically!

On June 19, 2025, a tragic accident occurred in the Schwäbisch Hall district: a glider crashed during a competition near Stimpfach. The 48-year-old pilot, who was alone at the controls, lost his life in the accident. Several emergency calls about the crash reached the police and emergency services at around 12:20 p.m., whereupon emergency services were immediately mobilized.

The accident site was in the forest, and although the exact location of the crash was initially unknown, it was located around 1:00 p.m. thanks to a police helicopter. The emergency services arrived on site and only discovered that the pilot was dead. At that time he was alone in the plane, which had taken off from the Weipertshofen district and got into difficulties during a climb before crashing uncontrollably. The exact circumstances that led to this tragic incident are currently unclear.

Impact of the investigation

Following the accident, the police and... Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the crash. To date, no further details are known about the events that took place or the exact cause of the accident. Experts will now check the flight maneuvers and technical conditions of the glider.

For many, gliders are a way to experience the beauty of flying, but they also carry certain risks, especially during competitions. It is therefore expected that the investigations will reveal comprehensive information about the flight and possible technical deficiencies.

The shockwaves of the accident will certainly be felt far beyond the affected community, as glider pilots and clubs in the region must grapple with the impact of this tragedy. We will continue to report developments in this story.