Aircraft crash into sea near Las Palmas-Gando Airport

3 fatalities • Las Palmas-Gando (Gran Canaria), Spain • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed into the ocean shortly after departing from Las Palmas-Gando Airport, resulting in three fatalities and two injuries.

What happened

Following its departure from Las Palmas-Gando Airport, an aircraft experienced significant issues maintaining altitude. During the initial climb phase, the plane struggled to gain sufficient height, eventually leading to an aerodynamic stall. The aircraft subsequently impacted the surface of the sea.

As a result of the impact, there were three fatalities and two injuries among those on board.

Findings

Investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash indicates that the flight was operating during conditions characterized by high crosswinds. These environmental factors contributed to the aircraft's inability to maintain its climb profile before the stall occurred.

Probable cause

High crosswinds likely contributed to the aircraft's inability to maintain altitude, leading to a stall and subsequent crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1971-06-30 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Las Palmas-Gando (Gran Canaria), Spain?

An aircraft crashed into the ocean shortly after departing from Las Palmas-Gando Airport, resulting in three fatalities and two injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1971-06-30 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1971-06-30 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration T.3-37, operated by Spanish Air Force - Ejército del Aire, at Las Palmas-Gando (Gran Canaria), Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

High crosswinds likely contributed to the aircraft's inability to maintain altitude, leading to a stall and subsequent crash.

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