Fatal aircraft accident near Jamshedpur

13 fatalities • Jamshedpur, India • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a field in Jamshedpur during an emergency landing attempt following mechanical issues, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a flight near Jamshedpur, the aircraft encountered significant technical difficulties. In an attempt to address these malfunctions, the crew initiated an emergency descent to land the plane safely. However, during this maneuver, the pilots were unable to maintain control of the aircraft. The plane subsequently impacted a field in the Jamshedpur region.

All 13 people on board the aircraft perished in the crash. There were no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the sequence of events was initiated by mechanical failures occurring while the aircraft was airborne. The loss of control during the emergency approach led directly to the impact in the field.

Probable cause

The crew lost control of the aircraft while attempting an emergency landing following technical malfunctions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1952-10-22 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Jamshedpur, India?

An aircraft crashed into a field in Jamshedpur during an emergency landing attempt following mechanical issues, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1952-10-22 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1952-10-22 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration AP-AAZ, operated by Orient Airways, at Jamshedpur, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew lost control of the aircraft while attempting an emergency landing following technical malfunctions.

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