What happened
On May 31, 1973, an aircraft operated by Indian Airlines was conducting a scheduled service designated as Flight 440. The flight was executing an approach procedure toward Palam Airport when it lost control and crashed. The accident occurred during the final phase of the journey, resulting in significant loss of life among those aboard.
Investigation
The incident is documented within aviation safety databases that track historical aircraft occurrences. These records serve as a resource for analyzing safety trends across different eras of flight. Cross-referencing such data with primary investigative reports allows researchers to identify recurring factors contributing to aviation accidents over time.
Findings
The crash resulted in 48 deaths out of the 65 passengers and crew members on board. The event remains a documented case in historical aviation safety records, highlighting the risks associated with approach phases at that time.