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Mountain Strike Near Odda Kills Five (LN-BFD)

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On August 31, 1968, a De Havilland DHC-3 Otter (registration LN-BFD) operated by Westwing was involved in an aviation accident near Odda, Norway in flight. 5 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountain slope near Odda after weather conditions worsened. The plane disintegrated on impact, killing all five occupants. It was leased from Ocean Products to Westwing.

Incident Overview During the flight, weather conditions deteriorated, resulting in poor visibility due to heavy rain. The single-engine aircraft was cruising at an insufficient altitude when it struck the slope of a mountain located near Odda. The impact caused the airplane to disintegrate, and all five occupants were killed. The aircraft had been leased from Ocean Products to Westwing. ## Operational Context The source notes that the aircraft was operating under a lease arrangement between Ocean Products and Westwing. No further details regarding the specific flight route, crew composition, or additional operational factors are provided in the available information.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Aug 1968 De Havilland DHC-3 Otter accident near Odda, Norway?

A single-engine aircraft crashed into a mountain slope near Odda after weather conditions worsened. The plane disintegrated on impact, killing all five occupants. It was leased from Ocean Products to Westwing.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Aug 1968 De Havilland DHC-3 Otter accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Aug 1968 involved a De Havilland DHC-3 Otter, registration LN-BFD, operated by Westwing, at Odda, Norway.

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