On May 9, 1975, a Cessna 401 (registration 5N-AMA) operated by Motor Parts Manufacturers - MPM was involved in an aviation accident near Benin City, Nigeria during takeoff. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed during its takeoff roll at Benin City Airport, resulting in the deaths of all three people on board.
What happened
On an unspecified date, an aircraft was involved in a fatal accident while attempting to depart from Benin City Airport. The aircraft was in the takeoff phase of flight when it crashed. There is currently no information regarding the specific cause of the impact.
All three fatalities occurred during the event, as there were no survivors among the occupants. The crew and passengers on board perished in the accident.
Findings
The exact reasons for the crash remain undetermined at this time, as investigations have not yet identified a specific mechanical or operational failure.
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