Fatal aircraft accident near Oslo, Norway

4 fatalities • Oslo, Norway • Flight

An aircraft crashed approximately 16 km north of Oslo during cruise flight under low visibility conditions, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

On an unspecified date, an aircraft was operating in the vicinity of Oslo, Norway, when it crashed roughly 16 kilometers north of the city. At the time of the accident, the aircraft was in the cruise phase of flight. The surrounding weather conditions were characterized by heavy fog, which significantly reduced visibility in the area.

There were four individuals on board at the time of the impact, all of whom were members of the crew. The accident resulted in four fatalities, with no survivors reported from the wreckage.

Findings

The aircraft was navigating through foggy conditions during its cruise phase when the impact occurred. The specific sequence leading to the loss of control remains under investigation, though the presence of low visibility at the time of the crash is a documented factor.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1959-12-02 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Oslo, Norway?

An aircraft crashed approximately 16 km north of Oslo during cruise flight under low visibility conditions, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1959-12-02 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1959-12-02 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 43-49024, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Oslo, Norway.

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