Fatal aircraft accident near La Cistérniga

3 fatalities • Valladolid-Villanubla, Spain • Landing (descent or approach)

A training flight departing from Madrid-Torrejón AFB crashed into a hillside during its descent into Valladolid-Villanubla Airport, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

A training mission originating from Madrid-Torrejont AFB ended in a fatal accident during the approach to Valladolid-Villanubla Airport. While the twin engine aircraft was performing a descent toward its destination, it collided with the terrain near La Cistérniga. The impact occurred on a hillside situated approximately 20 km southeast of the target airport.

The crash resulted in the deaths of all three crew members onboard the aircraft. There were no survivors reported from the flight crew.

Findings

The accident occurred while the aircraft was in the descent phase of flight, specifically when the vessel struck a slope during its approach to the airfield.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck terrain during its descent into Valladolid-Villanubla Airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1998-03-12 Casa 212 Aviocar accident near Valladolid-Villanubla, Spain?

A training flight departing from Madrid-Torrejón AFB crashed into a hillside during its descent into Valladolid-Villanubla Airport, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1998-03-12 Casa 212 Aviocar accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1998-03-12 involved a Casa 212 Aviocar, registration XT.12B-2, operated by Spanish Air Force - Ejército del Aire, at Valladolid-Villanubla, Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck terrain during its descent into Valladolid-Villanubla Airport.

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