Families of Germanwings Crash Victims Criticize Regulatory Failures a Decade Later

Survivors' relatives demand accountability and improved aviation safety measures as they reflect on the 2015 tragedy.

Relatives of the 150 victims of the 2015 Germanwings crash accuse aviation authorities of negligence in monitoring the co-pilot's mental health history.
Andreas Lubitz, the co-pilot, had a documented history of depression that was reportedly overlooked during routine medical evaluations.
Legal representatives for the families argue that flaws in Germany's implementation of European aviation regulations contributed to the disaster.
The crash prompted reforms in 2016, including stricter substance testing for flight personnel and the creation of a centralized medical database.
Families continue to seek higher compensation and accountability, while calling for further improvements in pilot health screenings and safety protocols.