2 fatalities

1974-11-20: Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (ET-AAR) — Ethiopian Airlines — Soddo, Ethiopia

Soddo, EthiopiaTakeoff (climb)

On November 20, 1974, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration ET-AAR) operated by Ethiopian Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Soddo, Ethiopia during takeoff. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered a stall during the climb phase immediately after departing Soddo Airport. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A flight departing from Soddo Airport crashed during its initial climb, resulting in the deaths of both crew members and multiple injuries.

What happened

During a recent aviation accident at Soddo Airport, an aircraft experienced a loss of control shortly after departure. While the plane was in its climbing phase, it entered a stall condition which led to a subsequent crash.

The incident resulted in a significant number of casualties and injuries among those on board. The accident caused 2 fatalities, involving both pilots on the flight crew. Among the passengers, 10 injuries were reported, while 12 other individuals remained unharmed during the impact.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the primary factor in the accident was that the airplane stalled during the climb following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the climb phase immediately after departing Soddo Airport.