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Fatal Twin-Engine Crash Near Vantaa Airport (OH-CFM)

Helsinki-Vantaa, FinlandTakeoff (climb)

On June 16, 1977, a Cessna 402 (registration OH-CFM) operated by Finnwings was involved in an aviation accident near Helsinki-Vantaa, Finland during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An engine failed shortly after takeoff for unknown reasons while the second engine partially lost power. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in flames near Vantaa Airport shortly after takeoff, killing all three occupants. The official investigation attributed the accident to an unexplained engine failure and partial power loss on the second engine.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft departed Vantaa Airport in Helsinki and encountered engine problems shortly after takeoff. The pilot reported the issues and was cleared to return to the airport for an emergency landing. The aircraft subsequently lost altitude and crashed in flames in the vicinity of the airport. The airframe was destroyed, and all three people on board were killed. ## Official Findings The investigation determined that the probable cause was an engine failure shortly after takeoff for unknown reasons, while the second engine partially lost power. No further details regarding the specific aircraft type, registration, operator, or date were provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Jun 1977 Cessna 402 accident near Helsinki-Vantaa, Finland?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in flames near Vantaa Airport shortly after takeoff, killing all three occupants. The official investigation attributed the accident to an unexplained engine failure and partial power loss on the second engine.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Jun 1977 Cessna 402 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Jun 1977 involved a Cessna 402, registration OH-CFM, operated by Finnwings, at Helsinki-Vantaa, Finland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine failed shortly after takeoff for unknown reasons while the second engine partially lost power.

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