Fatal aircraft crash near Hanoi-Gia Lâm Airport

3 fatalities • Hanoi-Gia Lâm, Vietnam • Landing (descent or approach)

A cargo flight ended in a fatal accident five kilometers southeast of Hanoi-Gia Lâm Airport when the aircraft lost control during its approach.

What happened

During an approach to Hanoi-Gia Lâm Airport, an aircraft engaged in a cargo mission experienced a loss of control. The plane crashed approximately five kilometers southeast of the airfield. At the time of the accident, the flight was transporting a payload consisting of empty oil drums.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were three fatalities among the crew members on board, with no survivors reported from the flight crew.

Findings

While the specific technical reason for the loss of control has not been detailed, the accident occurred during the approach phase of the flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-05-21 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Hanoi-Gia Lâm, Vietnam?

A cargo flight ended in a fatal accident five kilometers southeast of Hanoi-Gia Lâm Airport when the aircraft lost control during its approach.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-05-21 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-05-21 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration F-BEIP, operated by Compagnie Autrex-Lopez-Loreta-Le Breton, at Hanoi-Gia Lâm, Vietnam.

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