On November 7, 1979, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration ST-AHH) operated by National Agricultural Organisation was involved in an aviation accident near Kaduqli, Sudan in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The occurrence was triggered by technical malfunctions encountered during the flight. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft was forced to perform an emergency landing after encountering mechanical difficulties during flight, resulting in a post-landing fire.
What happened
While operating in flight, the crew of the aircraft experienced unexpected technical complications. These malfunctions necessitated an immediate attempt to land the plane under emergency conditions.
Following the landing, the aircraft caught fire. The intensity of the flames resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. Despite the severity of the post-landing fire, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.
Findings
The crew encountered technical problems during the en route phase of the flight.
The aircraft was destroyed by fire after coming to rest.
Probable cause
The occurrence was triggered by technical malfunctions encountered during the flight.
What happened in the 7 Nov 1979 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kaduqli, Sudan?
An aircraft was forced to perform an emergency landing after encountering mechanical difficulties during flight, resulting in a post-landing fire.
Were there any fatalities in the 7 Nov 1979 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Nov 1979 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration ST-AHH, operated by National Agricultural Organisation, at Kaduqli, Sudan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The occurrence was triggered by technical malfunctions encountered during the flight.
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