4 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident at Bairahawa Airport (9N-AAD)

Siddharthanagar, NepalTakeoff (climb)

On November 5, 1960, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration 9N-AAD) operated by Royal Nepal Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Siddharthanagar, Nepal during takeoff. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff. 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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An aircraft crashed during its initial climb following takeoff from Bairahawa Airport, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

During a flight departing from Bairahawa Airport, an aircraft experienced a critical loss of airspeed while performing its initial climb. The plane entered a stall shortly after leaving the runway, leading to a high-impact crash that triggered a massive explosion at the site.

There were four fatalities recorded in the accident, as all members of the crew perished during the event. No other survivors were reported from the wreckage.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the aircraft stalled during the early stages of its ascent, which directly led to the subsequent impact and fire.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Nov 1960 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Siddharthanagar, Nepal?

An aircraft crashed during its initial climb following takeoff from Bairahawa Airport, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Nov 1960 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Nov 1960 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 9N-AAD, operated by Royal Nepal Airlines, at Siddharthanagar, Nepal.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb phase following takeoff.