On March 24, 2015, Germanwings flight 4U 9525 tragically crashed in the French Alps, claiming the lives of all 150 people onboard. This horrific event included victims from 20 different nations, with significant numbers from Germany and Spain. Families gathered in remembrance, emphasizing the lasting grief associated with the crash. Lufthansa's CEO acknowledged the profound effect it had on their approach to corporate responsibility, while local officials recounted the traumatic experiences of recovering from the wreckage. The pilot's absence during a restroom break led to co-pilot Andreas Lubitz locking the cockpit and initiating a fatal descent due to his mental struggles.
Lufthansa chief executive Carsten Spohr stated, 'The tragedy still haunts the company and guides its thinking on responsibility.' This reflects the enduring impact of the crash on the airline.
Former mayor Bertrand Bartolini described the crash site as a 'place of absolute horror,' revealing the personal trauma experienced by those who witnessed the aftermath.
Bartolini shared his remembrances of the victims, highlighting the tragic stories, such as a German couple who died with their son, and a Moroccan couple delayed by bureaucracy.
The tragedy occurred when Andreas Lubitz, battling depression, locked the cockpit door and initiated a fatal descent while the pilot was away, sealing the fate of all onboard.
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