Fatal aircraft accident at Çanakkale Airport

5 fatalities • Çanakkale, Turkey • Takeoff (climb)

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

What happened

On the date of the incident, an aircraft departed from Çanakkale Airport. During the climbing phase of the flight, shortly after leaving the runway, the airplane experienced a loss of lift and entered a stall. This aerodynamic stall led to a subsequent crash at the departure site.

There were five fatalities recorded during the accident, as all members of the crew perished in the impact. No other persons were reported on board the aircraft at the time of the event.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident concluded that the primary reason for the loss of control was an engine failure. This mechanical malfunction occurred during the critical takeoff and climb sequence, preventing the crew from maintaining sufficient altitude and airspeed.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a loss of control following an engine failure during the climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1964-06-09 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Çanakkale, Turkey?

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

Were there any fatalities in the 1964-06-09 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1964-06-09 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration ETI-51, operated by Turkish Air Force - Türk Hava Kuvvetleri, at Çanakkale, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a loss of control following an engine failure during the climb phase.

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