Emergency belly landing of aircraft at RAF Krendi following engine failures

No fatalities • Krendi AFB, Malta • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft traveling from Tripoli to Cambridgeshire was forced to perform an emergency landing at RAF Krendi after experiencing a simultaneous failure of both engines.

What happened

While operating a flight from Wheelus AFB in Tripoli toward RAF Alconbury in Cambridgeshire, the aircraft experienced a double engine failure during the en route phase of flight. Due to the loss of power from both engines, the crew was forced to deviate from their original flight path to seek an immediate diversion.

The crew successfully navigated the aircraft to RAF Krendi for an emergency landing. During the arrival, the plane performed a belly landing on the runway. While the aircraft sustained damage that rendered it a total loss, there were no injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

Investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor leading to the emergency was the simultaneous failure of both engines while the aircraft was in flight.

Probable cause

The dual engine failure during flight necessitated an emergency diversion and subsequent belly landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1958-05-04 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Krendi AFB, Malta?

An aircraft traveling from Tripoli to Cambridgeshire was forced to perform an emergency landing at RAF Krendi after experiencing a simultaneous failure of both engines.

Were there any fatalities in the 1958-05-04 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 1958-05-04 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 44-76412, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Krendi AFB, Malta.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The dual engine failure during flight necessitated an emergency diversion and subsequent belly landing.

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