Aircraft crash near Rajince, Serbia

5 fatalities • Rajince, Serbia • Flight

A fatal aviation accident occurred in a mountainous region of southern Serbia when an aircraft struck trees during flight.

What happened

During a flight through adverse weather conditions, an aircraft crashed in a heavily forested and mountainous area situated close to Rajince, in the southern part of Serbia. While navigating through the difficult environment, the plane made contact with treetops before impacting the ground. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were five fatalities among the occupants on board.

Findings

Investigations into the crash suggest that the accident was primarily driven by excessive ice accumulation on the aircraft. This buildup of ice led to a loss of control during the flight, ultimately causing the plane to strike the terrain.

Probable cause

The accident resulted from a loss of control triggered by heavy icing on the airframe.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1971-09-16 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Rajince, Serbia?

A fatal aviation accident occurred in a mountainous region of southern Serbia when an aircraft struck trees during flight.

Were there any fatalities in the 1971-09-16 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1971-09-16 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 4W-ABI, operated by Yemen Airlines, at Rajince, Serbia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident resulted from a loss of control triggered by heavy icing on the airframe.

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