Fatal aircraft crash following engine failure near Drig Road

13 fatalities • Karachi-Muhammad Ali Jinnah-Quaid-e-Azam, Pakistan • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed into a bridge shortly after takeoff, resulting in thirteen fatalities including crew and individuals on the ground.

What happened

During the initial climb phase of flight, an aircraft experienced significant difficulties maintaining altitude. While attempting to gain height, the plane collided with a bridge spanning Drig Road. The impact led to a crash that resulted in the deaths of six crew members and seven people on the ground, totaling 13 fatalities.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the aircraft suffered a mechanical failure during its departure. Specifically, the right engine failed while the plane was climbing, and the remaining left engine was unable to produce enough thrust to sustain flight levels.

Probable cause

The loss of power in the right engine combined with insufficient performance from the left engine prevented the aircraft from maintaining altitude.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-03-08 Aviation Traders ATL-98 Carvair accident near Karachi-Muhammad Ali Jinnah-Quaid-e-Azam, Pakistan?

An aircraft crashed into a bridge shortly after takeoff, resulting in thirteen fatalities including crew and individuals on the ground.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-03-08 Aviation Traders ATL-98 Carvair accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-03-08 involved a Aviation Traders ATL-98 Carvair, registration F-BMHU, operated by Compagnie Air Transport - CAT, at Karachi-Muhammad Ali Jinnah-Quaid-e-Azam, Pakistan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of power in the right engine combined with insufficient performance from the left engine prevented the aircraft from maintaining altitude.

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