Fatal aircraft accident near Casablanca-Cazes Airport

22 fatalities • Casablanca-Anfa (Cazes), Morocco • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed approximately 7 km from Casablanca-Cazes Airport during its night climb, resulting in 22 fatalities.

What happened

During a nighttime departure from Casablanca-Cazes Airport, an aircraft experienced a loss of control while ascending. The incident occurred roughly ten minutes after the plane had departed the runway. As the flight was in its climbing phase, the aircraft became unmanageable and subsequently crashed at a location situated 7 km away from the airport.

Emergency response efforts led to the rescue of seven passengers. However, the accident resulted in 22 fatalities among the people on board.

Findings

No specific technical causes or contributing factors were detailed in the available reports regarding why the aircraft went out of control during the climb.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-07-09 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Casablanca-Anfa (Cazes), Morocco?

An aircraft crashed approximately 7 km from Casablanca-Cazes Airport during its night climb, resulting in 22 fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-07-09 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 22 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-07-09 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration F-BFGL, operated by Aigle Azur, at Casablanca-Anfa (Cazes), Morocco.

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