What happened
During the initial climb following departure from Naples-Capodichino Airport, the aircraft experienced a stall and subsequently impacted a field. The flight was transporting members of the US Navy along with their families, all of whom were traveling toward Malta at the time of the accident.
The impact resulted in four fatalities, including three passengers on board and one individual working on the ground. Additionally, there were 17 injuries reported among the other occupants of the aircraft.
Findings
Investigations into the accident determined that the crash was the result of a loss of control following an engine failure during the early stages of the climb.