Emergency landing of aircraft at Paksey Airstrip

No fatalities • Pabna, Bangladesh • Flight

An aircraft conducting a proving flight was forced to perform an emergency landing at Paksey Airstrip, resulting in significant damage to the airframe.

What happened

During a scheduled proving flight, the crew encountered an unforeseen situation that necessitated an immediate diversion. The flight crew initiated an emergency descent and attempted to land the aircraft at the Paksey Airstrip, located near Pabna.

Upon touchdown, the aircraft sustained damage so extensive that it was declared a total loss. Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board. The occupants included five crew members and eight passengers, all of whom were identified as airline officials. All 13 individuals escaped the incident without injury.

Findings

While the specific nature of the unexpected situation that prompted the emergency landing was not detailed, the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Probable cause

An unforeseen mid-flight situation forced an emergency landing at a local airstrip.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-03-22 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Pabna, Bangladesh?

An aircraft conducting a proving flight was forced to perform an emergency landing at Paksey Airstrip, resulting in significant damage to the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-03-22 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 1961-03-22 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration AP-AAC, operated by Pakistan International Airlines - PIA, at Pabna, Bangladesh.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An unforeseen mid-flight situation forced an emergency landing at a local airstrip.

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