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Aircraft crash landing at Blida Airbase (315545/F-SDZB)

Blida, AlgeriaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 5, 1961, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration 315545/F-SDZB) operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air was involved in an aviation accident near Blida, Algeria during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the crash landing at Blida Airbase has not yet been determined. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft performed an emergency crash landing at Blida Airbase, resulting in injuries to the entire flight crew.

What happened

On an unspecified date, an aircraft was involved in a crash landing at the Blida Airbase. The incident occurred during the landing phase of the flight, though the specific circumstances leading to the descent remain unconfirmed. Following the impact, all members of the flight crew were affected by the event.

Findings

  • There were six crew members on board at the time of the accident.
  • All six individuals sustained injuries during the landing.
  • One member of the crew was reported to have suffered serious injuries.
  • The precise reason for the emergency landing is currently unknown.

Probable cause

The cause of the crash landing at Blida Airbase has not yet been determined.

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