Aircraft crash at Malatya-Borenköy Air Base

2 fatalities • Malatya-Borenköy AFB, Turkey • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing from an air base in Turkey during a training flight, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

During a local training mission, a twin engine aircraft departed from the Malatya-Borenköy AFB. Shortly after the takeoff phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall. This led to a subsequent crash at the airfield vicinity.

There were 2 fatalities involving the crew members on board. The occupants of the aircraft were performing routine training maneuvers when the incident occurred.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the aircraft entered a stall following its departure from the runway, which directly led to the loss of control and the subsequent impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after takeoff during a training mission.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-11-30 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Malatya-Borenköy AFB, Turkey?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed shortly after departing from an air base in Turkey during a training flight, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-11-30 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-11-30 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 7445, operated by Turkish Air Force - Türk Hava Kuvvetleri, at Malatya-Borenköy AFB, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after takeoff during a training mission.

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