Aircraft crash near Ostrava-Mošnov Airport

10 fatalities • Hůrka, Czech Republic • Landing (descent or approach)

A flight traveling from Přerov to Ostrava ended in a fatal accident after the aircraft struck trees during its approach.

What happened

A flight operating between Přerov and Ostrava, which included a scheduled stop in Hranice, resulted in a fatal accident during its final approach. While the crew was descending toward Ostrava-Mošnov Airport, the aircraft encountered heavy fog that significantly reduced visibility. During this phase of flight, the plane descended below a safe altitude and collided with trees. The impact caused the aircraft to burst into flames in a prairie area situated in Hůrka, approximately 15 kilometers southwest of the airport.

Findings

  • The aircraft was destroyed upon impact.
  • There were 10 fatalities among the occupants of the plane.
  • Reduced visibility caused by fog prevented the crew from maintaining a safe altitude above the terrain.

Probable cause

The pilot encountered heavy fog during the approach, leading to an uncontrolled descent into trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1964-08-22 Avia 14 accident near Hůrka, Czech Republic?

A flight traveling from Přerov to Ostrava ended in a fatal accident after the aircraft struck trees during its approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 1964-08-22 Avia 14 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1964-08-22 involved a Avia 14, registration 3148, operated by Czech Air Force - Ceské Vojenské Letectvo, at Hůrka, Czech Republic.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot encountered heavy fog during the approach, leading to an uncontrolled descent into trees.

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