2 fatalities

Aircraft accident at Oran-Es Senia Airport (56.S.37)

Oran-Ahmed-Ben-Bella (Es Senia), AlgeriaTakeoff (climb)

On December 12, 1950, an Avro 652 Anson (registration 56.S.37) operated by French Navy (Aéronavale - Marine Nationale) was involved in an aviation accident near Oran-Ahmed-Ben-Bella (Es Senia), Algeria during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the aircraft's loss of control during the climb phase is currently undetermined. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A twin-engine aircraft crashed during its initial climb following departure from Oran-Es Senia Airport, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During a flight departing from Oran-Es Senia Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of control while ascending. The incident occurred shortly after the plane had departed the runway and entered its climbing phase. The aircraft subsequently crashed at the departure site.

There were 2 fatalities recorded in the accident, as both members of the flight crew perished in the crash. No other occupants were reported on board the aircraft during this event.

Findings

The specific reasons for the loss of control and the subsequent impact remain unknown at this time.

Probable cause

The cause of the aircraft's loss of control during the climb phase is currently undetermined.