On April 7, 1963, a Douglas DC-6 (registration YK-AEB) operated by Syrianair - Syrian Arab Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Hama, Syria during takeoff. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A four-engine aircraft caught fire after veering off the runway during takeoff from Hamāh Airport, resulting in one fatality.
What happened
During the takeoff phase at Hamāh Airport, a four-engine airplane experienced a loss of control. The aircraft departed from the runway centerline and moved off the paved surface, eventually coming to a halt while engulfed in flames. The impact and subsequent fire resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.
Following the accident, emergency procedures were initiated to remove people from the burning wreckage. Of the 30 individuals on board, one fatality was recorded, while the remaining 29 occupants were successfully evacuated from the scene.
Findings
The aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll.
A post-accident fire occurred, leading to the loss of the aircraft.
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