Aircraft accident at Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik Airport

4 fatalities • Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik, Slovakia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed short of runway 22 at Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik Airport during an approach in low visibility, resulting in four fatalities.

What happened

During an approach to Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik Airport, the flight crew encountered significantly reduced visibility. While attempting to land on runway 22, the aircraft descended below the established decision height. The plane subsequently impacted the ground in a field situated approximately 1,800 metres before the start of the runway.

The accident resulted in four fatalities among the occupants. One crew member sustained injuries during the impact.

Findings

Investigations into the crash determined that the primary factor was the decision to continue the approach after descending below the required decision height while operating in marginal weather conditions.

Probable cause

The flight crew proceeded with the landing attempt despite passing below the minimum descent altitude during poor visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1977-02-11 Avia 14 accident near Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik, Slovakia?

An aircraft crashed short of runway 22 at Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik Airport during an approach in low visibility, resulting in four fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1977-02-11 Avia 14 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1977-02-11 involved a Avia 14, registration OK-OCA, operated by CSA Czech Airlines - Československé Státní Aerolinie, at Bratislava-Ivanka-Milan Rastislav Štefánik, Slovakia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The flight crew proceeded with the landing attempt despite passing below the minimum descent altitude during poor visibility.

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