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A Perfect Storm (Nürnberger Flugdienst Flight 108)

Mayday · Season 26 · Episode 3
On 8 February 1988, Nürnberger Flugdienst Flight 108 breaks up in mid-air and crashes near Kettwig, Germany, while on approach to Düsseldorf Airport, killing all 21 people on board. The pilots suffered spatial disorientation after a lightning strike caused a total electrical failure.

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Season
26
Episode
3
Air Date
16/Feb/2026
Air Time
20:00
Runtime
44 min

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On 8 February 1988, Nürnberger Flugdienst Flight 108 breaks up in mid-air and crashes near Kettwig, Germany, while on approach to Düsseldorf Airport, killing all 21 people on board. The pilots suffered spatial disorientation after a lightning strike caused a total electrical failure.

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