Aircraft accident near Hägernäs involving partial submersion

No fatalities • Hägernäs, Sweden • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a bouncing effect during its landing approach near Hägernäs, resulting in the plane coming to rest partially underwater.

What happened

During an arrival at Hägernäs, an aircraft experienced a series of bounces while attempting to touch down on the runway. This instability during the landing phase caused the aircraft to deviate from its intended path, eventually leading to it coming to rest in a position where it was partially submerged in water.

Despite the severity of the impact and the subsequent submersion of the airframe, all four occupants were successfully pulled from the wreckage by rescue teams. The aircraft sustained damage so extensive that it was declared a total loss.

Findings

  • The aircraft experienced an unstable landing characterized by bouncing on the surface.
  • The sequence of events concluded with the plane becoming partially submerged.

Probable cause

The aircraft bounced during the landing phase, leading to a loss of control and subsequent submersion.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1958-08-11 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Hägernäs, Sweden?

An aircraft experienced a bouncing effect during its landing approach near Hägernäs, resulting in the plane coming to rest partially underwater.

Were there any fatalities in the 1958-08-11 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1958-08-11 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration 45002, operated by Swedish Air Force - Flygvapnet, at Hägernäs, Sweden.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft bounced during the landing phase, leading to a loss of control and subsequent submersion.

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