Pilot Hans Lutz's Tragic Legacy

Pilot Hans Lutz's Tragic Legacy

Pilot Hans Lutz retained his job due to a shortage, despite nearly landing in the wrong country and retracting a plane's landing gear before takeoff. Unfortunately, this decision led to a fatal crash when he attempted to land without clear visibility, resulting in the deaths of 23 people, including himself.

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