Aircraft crash near Lapseki resulting in four fatalities

4 fatalities • Lapseki, Turkey • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a hillside near Lapseki during flight in adverse weather, causing four deaths and six injuries.

What happened

During an operation conducted under poor weather conditions, an aircraft struck a hill situated in the vicinity of Lapseki. The impact occurred while the aircraft was in flight, leading to a significant accident.

As a result of the crash, there were four fatalities recorded among those on board. The casualties included two crew members and two passengers. Additionally, the incident resulted in six injuries sustained by other occupants of the aircraft.

Findings

  • The flight was being conducted during periods of poor weather conditions.
  • The aircraft impacted terrain near Lapseki.

Probable cause

The accident occurred while the aircraft was operating in adverse meteorological conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-01-05 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Lapseki, Turkey?

An aircraft crashed into a hillside near Lapseki during flight in adverse weather, causing four deaths and six injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-01-05 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 1954-01-05 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration TC-BAG, operated by Devlet Hava Yollari - DHY, at Lapseki, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident occurred while the aircraft was operating in adverse meteorological conditions.

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