Aircraft crash in Tagus River following takeoff from Lisbon

11 fatalities • Lisbon, Portugal • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed into the Tagus River shortly after departing Lisbon-Portela de Sacavém Airport, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

On the date of the accident, an aircraft departed from Lisbon-Portela de Sacavém Airport. Shortly after the departure sequence was completed and the plane began its ascent, the aircraft experienced a loss of airspeed and entered a stall. This aerodynamic failure led to the plane descending into the Tagus River.

During the climb phase, the aircraft struck the water, resulting in a high-impact accident. There were 11 fatalities recorded among the occupants on board, with no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the primary factor leading to the crash was an aerodynamic stall occurring during the initial climb following takeoff.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during its climb phase shortly after departing Lisbon-Portela de Sacavém Airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1959-04-11 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Lisbon, Portugal?

An aircraft crashed into the Tagus River shortly after departing Lisbon-Portela de Sacavém Airport, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1959-04-11 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1959-04-11 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 6150, operated by Portuguese Air Force - Força Aerea Portuguesa (1952-), at Lisbon, Portugal.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during its climb phase shortly after departing Lisbon-Portela de Sacavém Airport.

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