3 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident in Namibia (6851)

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On March 25, 1980, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration 6851) operated by South African Air Force - SAAF was involved in an aviation accident near Namibia, Namibia in flight. 3 people were killed. 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.

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An unidentified aircraft crashed in Namibia, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

What happened

A fatal aviation accident occurred within the borders of Namibia under circumstances that remain currently undetermined. The aircraft involved was lost during a flight in the region, leading to a high-impact event.

All three crew members on board the aircraft perished in the crash. There were no survivors reported from the scene of the accident.

Findings

At this stage of the investigation, the specific sequence of events leading to the impact is not yet established. The exact location within Namibia and the precise nature of the flight phase at the time of the crash are still being clarified by authorities.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Mar 1980 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Namibia, Namibia?

An unidentified aircraft crashed in Namibia, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 Mar 1980 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 25 Mar 1980 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 6851, operated by South African Air Force - SAAF, at Namibia, Namibia.