Aircraft stall and crash following takeoff from Kozhikode-Calicut

2 fatalities • Kozhikode-Calicut, India • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed during its initial climb phase shortly after departing from Kozhikode-Calicut, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During a flight departing from Kozhikode-Calicut, an aircraft experienced a critical loss of lift during the early stages of its ascent. While the plane was performing its initial climb immediately after takeoff, it entered a stall condition which led to a crash at the departure site.

There were two fatalities involving the crew members on board. The accident occurred while the aircraft was in the climb phase of flight, preventing the crew from maintaining controlled flight.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor leading to the crash was an insufficient airspeed. This lack of velocity caused the wings to lose necessary lift, resulting in the aerodynamic stall that preceded the impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall due to inadequate airspeed during the initial climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1969-01-17 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kozhikode-Calicut, India?

An aircraft crashed during its initial climb phase shortly after departing from Kozhikode-Calicut, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1969-01-17 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1969-01-17 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration VT-DTH, operated by The Hindu, at Kozhikode-Calicut, India.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall due to inadequate airspeed during the initial climb phase.

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