On March 28, 1969, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration OO-SBH) operated by Libyan National Airways (Linair) was involved in an aviation accident near Jakharrad, Libya in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew encountered an unexpected situation during flight that required an emergency descent. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
An aircraft performing an emergency landing in a desert region east of Jakharrad resulted in no fatalities among its occupants.
What happened
During the flight, the crew encountered unforeseen circumstances that necessitated an unplanned descent. In response to this developing situation, the decision was made to perform an emergency landing.
The aircraft subsequently crash landed within a desert landscape situated approximately 155 km east of Jakharrad. Despite the impact, all 17 occupants were successfully rescued from the wreckage without loss of life.
Following the incident, the aircraft was assessed and determined to be damaged beyond repair. No specific aircraft registration or model was provided in the initial reports regarding this event.
Findings
The crew initiated an emergency landing procedure following an unexpected in-flight situation.
Probable cause
The crew encountered an unexpected situation during flight that required an emergency descent.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Mar 1969 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Jakharrad, Libya?
An aircraft performing an emergency landing in a desert region east of Jakharrad resulted in no fatalities among its occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Mar 1969 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 28 Mar 1969 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration OO-SBH, operated by Libyan National Airways (Linair), at Jakharrad, Libya.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The crew encountered an unexpected situation during flight that required an emergency descent.
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