2002 Überlingen Mid-air Collision
Agnes F. Vandome, John McBrewster, Frederic P. Miller, 2010Product details
The book "2002 Überlingen Mid-air Collision" by Alphascript Publishing offers a detailed analysis of the tragic air accident that occurred on July 1, 2002, over Überlingen, Germany. In this incident, a passenger plane from Bashkirian Airlines collided in mid-air with a cargo plane from DHL, resulting in the deaths of 71 people. The investigation of the accident by the German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation revealed serious deficiencies in the air traffic control system and the use of the collision warning system. The book not only highlights the technical aspects of the incident but also the human tragedies that arose from this disaster, including the personal stories of the victims and the impact on the affected families. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in aviation history, safety analyses, and the human dimensions of aviation accidents.