2 fatalities

Twin-engine aircraft accident at Rome-Ciampino (I-TURI)

Rome-Ciampino, ItalyTakeoff (climb)

On August 14, 1969, a De Havilland DH.104 Dove (registration I-TURI) operated by Harris Moda was involved in an aviation accident near Rome-Ciampino, Italy during takeoff. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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A twin-engine aircraft crashed during takeoff from Rome-Ciampino while performing a positioning flight, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During a repositioning maneuver between two Italian airfields, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a fatal accident. The flight was intended to move the aircraft from Rome-Ciampino to Rome-Urbe Airport.

As the aircraft was performing its takeoff sequence from Rome-Ciampino, it crashed before completing the departure phase. The impact occurred during the initial stages of flight, preventing the crew from maintaining control of the aircraft.

Findings

There were two fatalities recorded in the accident, as both pilots on board the aircraft perished. No other injuries were reported. The investigation into the specific mechanics of the crash is ongoing, but it is confirmed that the accident occurred during the takeoff phase.