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Post-Takeoff Engine Fire Leads to Crash Near Ankara-Etimesgut Airport (TC-EGE)

Ankara, TurkeyTakeoff (climb)

On September 25, 1953, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration TC-EGE) operated by Devlet Hava Yollari - DHY was involved in an aviation accident near Ankara, Turkey during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An engine caught fire shortly after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed near Ankara-Etimesgut Airport after an engine fire during initial climb. The crew attempted to return, but the plane stalled at 450 feet, killing five people and injuring 16.

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath An aircraft departed from Ankara-Etimesgut Airport and experienced an engine fire shortly after takeoff while in the initial climb phase. In response to the emergency, the flight crew decided to return to the airport for a safe landing. However, during the final turn of the approach, the aircraft stalled at an altitude of 450 feet. The plane subsequently crashed into a dry river located near the airport, resulting in the total destruction of the aircraft. The incident resulted in five fatalities, comprising four crew members and one passenger. Additionally, 16 other occupants sustained injuries in the crash.

Probable cause

An engine caught fire shortly after takeoff.
In-flight fire & smoke

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Sept 1953 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Ankara, Turkey?

An aircraft crashed near Ankara-Etimesgut Airport after an engine fire during initial climb. The crew attempted to return, but the plane stalled at 450 feet, killing five people and injuring 16.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Sept 1953 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 25 Sept 1953 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration TC-EGE, operated by Devlet Hava Yollari - DHY, at Ankara, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An engine caught fire shortly after takeoff.

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