Fatal aircraft accident near Gore Airstrip

17 fatalities • Gore, Ethiopia • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed during its approach to Gore Airstrip, resulting in the loss of all 17 people on board.

What happened

During an approach to the Gore Airstrip, an aircraft impacted the ground a short distance from the runway threshold. The impact occurred under circumstances that remain undetermined at this time. The wreckage of the aircraft was completely destroyed following the collision.

There were 17 fatalities recorded in the accident, as all occupants on board perished during the event. No survivors were reported from the crash site.

Findings

The specific cause of the crash near the runway threshold has not yet been established, as the exact nature of the flight's descent remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1965-09-14 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Gore, Ethiopia?

An aircraft crashed during its approach to Gore Airstrip, resulting in the loss of all 17 people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1965-09-14 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 17 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1965-09-14 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration ET-ABI, operated by Ethiopian Airlines, at Gore, Ethiopia.

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