Mid-air collision involving two Douglas A-26 aircraft over Algeria

4 fatalities • Algeria, Algeria • Flight

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 reconnaissance mission over the Morice Line in eastern Algeria, two aircraft were involved in a fatal mid-air collision. The flight was conducting a patrol operation when the lead aircraft and a second Douglas A-26, registered 44-34411, were flying in formation. While cruising at night, the two planes struck one another, causing both to crash.

Findings

  • The collision occurred while the aircraft were operating in formation.
  • The accident resulted in a total of eight fatalities, with all occupants on both aircraft killed during the impact and subsequent crash.

Probable cause

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

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-11-28 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Algeria, Algeria?

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

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-11-28 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1961-11-28 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-35765/F-UIJH, operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air, at Algeria, Algeria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

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

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