Engine failure during takeoff leads to training flight crash

No fatalities • Rome-Ciampino, Italy • Takeoff (climb)

A training flight experienced an engine failure immediately following liftoff, resulting in a runway crash and injuries to the crew.

What happened

During a local training mission, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical issue shortly after rotation. As the plane was in its initial climb phase, the engine ceased functioning properly, leading to a loss of power.

Unable to maintain altitude following the failure, the aircraft descended back toward the airfield and performed a crash landing on the runway. The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • There were four injuries reported among the crew members involved in the flight.
  • The primary factor identified in the accident was an engine failure occurring just after the aircraft left the ground.

Probable cause

The engine failed immediately following rotation during the takeoff phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-04-10 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Rome-Ciampino, Italy?

A training flight experienced an engine failure immediately following liftoff, resulting in a runway crash and injuries to the crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-04-10 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 1954-04-10 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration I-LENT, operated by Linee Aeree Italiane - LAI, at Rome-Ciampino, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed immediately following rotation during the takeoff phase.

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