Belly landing of four-engine aircraft in Sierra Nevada

No fatalities • Jérez del Marquesado, Spain • Flight

A four-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage after performing a belly landing in a rocky region of Andalusia, though all passengers and crew were rescued.

What happened

An incident involving a four-engine aircraft occurred in the Sierra Nevada mountains, situated approximately 12 km from Jérez del Marquesado in the Andalusia region. During the flight, the aircraft was forced to perform a belly landing within a rocky area of the terrain.

Despite the severity of the impact and the damage sustained by the airframe, there were no casualties reported. All 24 occupants on board were successfully rescued from the site. The aircraft, identified as 'Ciudad de Madrid', was declared a total loss due to being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

The specific reasons for the emergency landing remain undetermined at this time.

Probable cause

The cause of the emergency belly landing is currently unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1960-03-08 Douglas DC-4 accident near Jérez del Marquesado, Spain?

A four-engine aircraft sustained heavy damage after performing a belly landing in a rocky region of Andalusia, though all passengers and crew were rescued.

Were there any fatalities in the 1960-03-08 Douglas DC-4 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1960-03-08 involved a Douglas DC-4, registration 56521, operated by United States Navy - USN, at Jérez del Marquesado, Spain.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the emergency belly landing is currently unknown.

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