Midair explosion and crash near Adana Airport

25 fatalities • Adana, Turkey • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft exploded during its initial climb from Adana Airport, resulting in a fatal crash in the Kurttepe Mountain Range.

What happened

During the early stages of flight, less than ten minutes after departing from Adana Airport, an aircraft experienced an explosion while climbing. The plane subsequently crashed within the Kurttepe Mountain Range, situated to the northwest of the city. The impact and subsequent destruction resulted in a wide debris field spanning approximately 15 km.

All 25 occupants on board perished in the accident. There were no survivors among the passengers or the crew.

Findings

The precise reason for the midair explosion has not been determined, as the exact cause of the explosion remains unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the midair explosion is currently undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-04-03 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Adana, Turkey?

An aircraft exploded during its initial climb from Adana Airport, resulting in a fatal crash in the Kurttepe Mountain Range.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-04-03 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 25 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-04-03 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration TC-ARK, operated by Devlet Hava Yollari - DHY, at Adana, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the midair explosion is currently undetermined.

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