Aircraft crash in Brahmaputra River near Dibrugarh-Mohanbari Airbase

No fatalities • Dibrugarh-Mohanbari, India • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft belonging to the 11th Squadron crashed into the Brahmaputra River during its approach to an airbase, resulting in no fatalities.

What happened

During an approach to the Dibrugarh-Mohanbari Airbase, an aircraft operated by the 11th Squadron experienced a loss of control. The plane descended into the Brahmaputra River, impacting the water a short distance from the airfield.

Despite the impact and the subsequent destruction of the airframe, all personnel on board were successfully evacuated. There were zero fatalities reported among the occupants following the incident.

Findings

The investigation indicates that the aircraft became uncontrollable while in the approach phase of flight, leading to the crash into the river.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost control during its approach to the airfield.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1959-03-04 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Dibrugarh-Mohanbari, India?

An aircraft belonging to the 11th Squadron crashed into the Brahmaputra River during its approach to an airbase, resulting in no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1959-03-04 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1959-03-04 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration HJ243, operated by Indian Air Force - Bharatiya Vayu Sena, at Dibrugarh-Mohanbari, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost control during its approach to the airfield.

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