Fatal crash during test flight at Trondheim-Værnes Airport

3 fatalities • Trondheim-Værnes, Norway • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a snow-covered field shortly after takeoff during a post-maintenance test flight near Trondheim, Norway.

What happened

During a scheduled test flight following recent maintenance work, a twin engine aircraft experienced a catastrophic loss of control. The flight departed from Trondheim-Værnes Airport and had reached an altitude of approximately 80 meters during its initial climb phase.

While ascending, the aircraft entered a right bank before diving into a snow-covered field. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were three fatalities among the occupants, which included the pilot and two passengers.

Findings

No specific technical malfunctions were detailed in the initial report; however, the sequence of events indicates that the aircraft's descent into the ground occurred immediately following a sudden banking maneuver during the climb.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled right bank and dive during the initial climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-01-30 Airspeed AS.10 Oxford accident near Trondheim-Værnes, Norway?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a snow-covered field shortly after takeoff during a post-maintenance test flight near Trondheim, Norway.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-01-30 Airspeed AS.10 Oxford accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-01-30 involved a Airspeed AS.10 Oxford, registration V-AP, operated by Royal Norwegian Air Force - Kongelige Norske Luftforsvaret, at Trondheim-Værnes, Norway.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered an uncontrolled right bank and dive during the initial climb phase.

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