Glider crashes near Wangen – pilot seriously injured!

Glider crashes near Wangen – pilot seriously injured!

On June 17, 2025, a serious aviation accident occurred in the Allgäu when a glider crashed near Wangen. The pilot suffered serious, but not life-threatening injuries. The incident took place in a meadow near the suburb of Leupolz, where the plane landed after the crash. The tail section of the glider broke off during the fall, underlining the drama of the incident. According to Wochenblatt.News, the pilot was immediately freed from the aircraft.

She was taken to a hospital by rescue helicopter. The exact circumstances that led to the crash are currently unclear and police have launched an investigation. The origin and destination of the pilot should also be clarified. The number of glider pilots in this region is high, as many take off from the Unterzeil airfield near Leutkirch, about 20 kilometers away, as Tagesschau.de reports.

Investigations and future security arrangements

The police are now investigating the exact causes of the crash. An expert will conduct the necessary analysis to determine what factors led to this critical incident. While the pilot is temporarily in stable condition, it remains to be seen what the long-term impact of her injuries will be.
The incident also raises questions about gliding safety, particularly in an area where flights are frequent.

More information about the investigation is likely to emerge in the coming days. The fire brigade and rescue workers appeared to be well prepared when it came to quickly rescuing the pilot. The crash has shocked the local community, but hope for the pilot's full recovery has residents remaining optimistic.