Aircraft crash near Kroměříž during training flight

7 fatalities • Kroměříž, Czech Republic • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area southwest of Kroměříž during a multi-stop training mission, resulting in the deaths of all seven crew members.

What happened

On the morning of the accident, a twin-engine aircraft was engaged in a scheduled training mission traveling from Přerov to Trnava. The flight plan included several intermediate stops at Uherské Hradiště, Piešťany, and Levice. At 08:27 local time, the aircraft departed from Uherské Hradiště-Kunovice, heading in a westerly direction.

Approximately six minutes after takeoff, the pilot encountered deteriorating weather conditions characterized by low cloud cover and visibility that had dropped to only 100 meters. While operating at an inadequate altitude, the aircraft struck treetops and subsequently crashed into a forested area situated roughly 13 km southwest of Kroměříž. The impact resulted in a fire that completely destroyed the airframe.

Findings

All seven crew members on board perished in the accident. Investigations concluded that the primary factor in the crash was that the pilot maintained an insufficient flight altitude while operating in conditions of low visibility.

Probable cause

The pilot failed to climb to a safe altitude and continued flying at a low height despite encountering poor visibility and low clouds.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1960-03-30 Avia 14 accident near Kroměříž, Czech Republic?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a wooded area southwest of Kroměříž during a multi-stop training mission, resulting in the deaths of all seven crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1960-03-30 Avia 14 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 7 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1960-03-30 involved a Avia 14, registration 3149, operated by Czech Air Force - Ceské Vojenské Letectvo, at Kroměříž, Czech Republic.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot failed to climb to a safe altitude and continued flying at a low height despite encountering poor visibility and low clouds.

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