Aircraft crash in Serra de Monchique during flight from Cascais

No fatalities • Serra de Monchique, Portugal • Flight

An aircraft flying from Cascais to Portimão crashed into a hillside in the Serra de Monchique region following encounters with adverse weather.

What happened

During a flight traveling from Cascais toward Portimão, an aircraft encountered difficult meteorological conditions. While navigating through this poor weather, the plane experienced a loss of altitude, which ultimately led to a collision with a hill situated within the Serra de Monchique area.

Despite the impact, emergency responders were able to locate and reach the site. All four people on board were successfully recovered from the wreckage without fatalities reported.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in adverse weather conditions at the time of the accident.
  • The descent into the terrain was preceded by a loss of altitude during the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain after losing altitude while flying through poor weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1982-11-06 Britten-Norman Islander accident near Serra de Monchique, Portugal?

An aircraft flying from Cascais to Portimão crashed into a hillside in the Serra de Monchique region following encounters with adverse weather.

Were there any fatalities in the 1982-11-06 Britten-Norman Islander accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1982-11-06 involved a Britten-Norman Islander, registration CS-AJO, operated by Penina, at Serra de Monchique, Portugal.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain after losing altitude while flying through poor weather conditions.

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