10 fatalities

Fatal Aircraft Crash During Climb After Takeoff (SE-BRS)

Karlstad, SwedenTakeoff (climb)

On September 23, 1950, an Avro 19 (registration SE-BRS) operated by Svenska Aero was involved in an aviation accident near Karlstad, Sweden during takeoff. 10 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was overloaded and the center of gravity was outside the flight envelope. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff while climbing to 200 feet, killing all ten occupants. The official investigation determined the crash was caused by the aircraft being overloaded and having its center of gravity outside the flight envelope.

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft experienced a fatal accident shortly after takeoff. While climbing to a height of 200 feet, the aircraft stalled and crashed to the ground. At the time of the impact, both engines were running at full power. The aircraft was destroyed upon impact, and all ten occupants on board were killed. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or location of the incident. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation determined the probable cause of the accident. It was found that the aircraft was overloaded. Additionally, the center of gravity was outside the flight envelope, contributing to the stall and subsequent crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Sept 1950 Avro 19 accident near Karlstad, Sweden?

An aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff while climbing to 200 feet, killing all ten occupants. The official investigation determined the crash was caused by the aircraft being overloaded and having its center of gravity outside the flight envelope.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Sept 1950 Avro 19 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 10 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Sept 1950 involved an Avro 19, registration SE-BRS, operated by Svenska Aero, at Karlstad, Sweden.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was overloaded and the center of gravity was outside the flight envelope.