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Mid-air collision of two Douglas A-26 aircraft over Algeria (44-34411/F-UIJD)

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On November 28, 1961, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration 44-34411/F-UIJD) operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air was involved in an aviation accident near Algeria, Algeria in flight. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The mid-air collision occurred between two aircraft flying in formation during a night mission. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

Two Douglas A-26 aircraft collided during a night patrol mission over the Morice Line in eastern Algeria, resulting in eight fatalities.

What happened

During a nighttime patrol operation conducted over the Morice Line in eastern Algeria, two aircraft were flying in formation. The flight involved a Douglas A-26 and a second Douglas A-26, which carried the registration 44-35765 (F-UIJH). While cruising at night, the two planes struck one another mid-air.

The subsequent crash resulted in the deaths of all eight people on board both aircraft. The incident occurred during the cruise phase of the mission while the crew was monitoring the border region.

Findings

  • The collision occurred between two aircraft flying in formation.
  • The accident took place during a night patrol flight.

Probable cause

The mid-air collision occurred between two aircraft flying in formation during a night mission.

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