A civil court case related to the 2015 Germanwings plane crash is being heard at the Braunschweig Regional Court. Thirty relatives of the victims are seeking compensation ranging from 500 euros to 110,000 euros, arguing that the Federal Aviation Office (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt) failed to adequately monitor the co-pilot’s fitness to fly, particularly regarding potential mental health issues. The court has indicated limited prospects for success for the plaintiffs, suggesting they might have better chances against the airline instead. One plaintiff, Klaus Radner, expresses frustration over the lack of accountability and claims that medical professionals should have identified risks before allowing the co-pilot back into the cockpit. The case was filed in July 2023 and is expected to conclude by October 6th.
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