Aircraft crash near Paramaribo-Zanderij Airport

No fatalities • Paramaribo-Zanderij, Suriname • Landing (descent or approach)

A four-engine airplane crashed during its final approach to Paramaribo-Zanderij Airport, resulting in injuries to the entire crew.

What happened

During an approach to runway 10 at Paramaribo-Zanderij Airport, a four-engine airplane encountered significantly degraded visibility, which had dropped to approximately 200 meters. While attempting to land, the aircraft made contact with trees and subsequently crashed. The impact occurred roughly 1,800 meters before reaching the runway threshold.

As a result of the accident, the airframe was completely destroyed. There were three injuries reported among the crew members on board, but no fatalities occurred during the event.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in conditions where visibility was limited to 200 meters.
  • The crash sequence involved the plane striking vegetation prior to the final impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck trees and crashed while attempting a landing in low-visibility conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1978-05-05 Douglas DC-6 accident near Paramaribo-Zanderij, Suriname?

A four-engine airplane crashed during its final approach to Paramaribo-Zanderij Airport, resulting in injuries to the entire crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 1978-05-05 Douglas DC-6 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1978-05-05 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration N3493F, operated by Surinam Airways - Surinaamse Luchtvaart Maatschappij (SLM), at Paramaribo-Zanderij, Suriname.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck trees and crashed while attempting a landing in low-visibility conditions.

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