On November 16, 1981, an Aérospatiale SN.601 Corvette (registration TY-BBK) operated by Benin Government was involved in an aviation accident near Lagos-Murtala Muhammed, Nigeria during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A state-operated flight arriving from Cotonou crashed during its approach to Lagos, resulting in the loss of all four people on board.
What happened
A state-operated aircraft was performing a scheduled flight from Cotonou when it encountered a fatal accident while approaching Lagos-Murtala Muhammed Airport. During the final approach phase of the flight, the aircraft impacted the ground, leading to the destruction of the plane.
There were four fatalities recorded in the incident, with no survivors reported among the occupants. The crew and any passengers on board perished during the crash sequence.
Findings
The investigation into the descent and landing attempt at Lagos-Murtala Muhammed Airport is ongoing to determine the specific circumstances that led to the impact during the approach phase.
What happened in the 16 Nov 1981 Aérospatiale SN.601 Corvette accident near Lagos-Murtala Muhammed, Nigeria?
A state-operated flight arriving from Cotonou crashed during its approach to Lagos, resulting in the loss of all four people on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Nov 1981 Aérospatiale SN.601 Corvette accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Nov 1981 involved an Aérospatiale SN.601 Corvette, registration TY-BBK, operated by Benin Government, at Lagos-Murtala Muhammed, Nigeria.
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