Aircraft crash near Stord-Sørstokken Airport

9 fatalities • Stord-Sørstokken, Norway • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed short of the runway at Stord-Sørstokken Airport during a night approach, resulting in nine fatalities.

What happened

During a night approach to Stord-Sørstokken Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall while on final approach. The impact occurred in a rocky terrain situated approximately 180 metres before the threshold of runway 33. The collision resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

There were nine fatalities recorded in the accident, involving all occupants on board. The group of deceased included eight individuals employed by the navy.

Findings

Investigation of the crash site indicates that the aircraft entered a stall during the final phase of flight, leading to the impact with the ground short of the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during its final approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1998-10-12 Cessna 402 accident near Stord-Sørstokken, Norway?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed short of the runway at Stord-Sørstokken Airport during a night approach, resulting in nine fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1998-10-12 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1998-10-12 involved a Cessna 402, registration OY-BHE, operated by Jetair Flight Academy, at Stord-Sørstokken, Norway.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during its final approach to the runway.

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