On February 8, 1952, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration VT-COK) operated by Indian National Airways - INA was involved in an aviation accident near Bagdogra, India during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase following takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its initial climb phase, resulting in a crash and significant damage to the airframe.
What happened
During the early stages of flight, an aircraft entered a climb immediately after departing from the runway. While gaining altitude, the aircraft encountered an aerodynamic stall. The subsequent impact with the ground resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.
Despite the severity of the crash, all three crew members involved in the operation were successfully rescued from the wreckage without reported fatalities.
Findings
The aircraft was in the climbing phase at the time of the incident.
An aerodynamic stall was the primary event leading to the loss of control and subsequent impact.
Probable cause
The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase following takeoff.
What happened in the 8 Feb 1952 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Bagdogra, India?
An aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during its initial climb phase, resulting in a crash and significant damage to the airframe.
Were there any fatalities in the 8 Feb 1952 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 8 Feb 1952 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration VT-COK, operated by Indian National Airways - INA, at Bagdogra, India.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft entered an aerodynamic stall during the climb phase following takeoff.
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