On June 13, 1956, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration MM61674) operated by Italian Air Force - Aeronautica Militare Italiana was involved in an aviation accident near Arborea, Italy in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft crashed while flying through adverse weather conditions. 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.
A twin-engine aircraft crashed near Arborea, Italy, resulting in two fatalities and four serious injuries during flight in adverse weather.
What happened
During a flight conducted under poor meteorological conditions, a twin-engine aircraft went down in the vicinity of Arborea. The accident occurred approximately 70 kilometers northwest of Cagliari-Elmas Airport. The impact resulted in the deaths of both pilots on board. Additionally, the four passengers on the flight sustained serious injuries during the crash.
Findings
The aircraft was operating in poor weather conditions at the time of the accident.
The crash site was located near Arborea, Italy.
There were two fatalities (the crew) and four serious injuries among the passengers.
Probable cause
The aircraft crashed while flying through adverse weather conditions.
What happened in the 13 Jun 1956 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Arborea, Italy?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed near Arborea, Italy, resulting in two fatalities and four serious injuries during flight in adverse weather.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Jun 1956 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Jun 1956 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration MM61674, operated by Italian Air Force - Aeronautica Militare Italiana, at Arborea, Italy.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft crashed while flying through adverse weather conditions.
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