Aircraft impact near Ankara-Esenboğa Airport

41 fatalities • Ankara, Turkey • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Ankara, Turkey, resulting in 41 fatalities and several serious injuries during its approach to the airport.

What happened

During an approach to Ankara-Esenboğa Airport, the flight encountered challenging meteorological conditions characterized by fog and reduced visibility. While navigating through these weather patterns, the aircraft type drifted away from its intended approach trajectory. This deviation led to a collision with the slope of Mt Cubuk, situated approximately 32 km north of the airfield.

The accident resulted in a high number of casualties among those on board. Records indicate that 41 fatalities occurred during the impact. Additionally, one crew member and three passengers sustained serious injuries as a result of the crash.

Probable cause

The aircraft drifted from its established approach path for unidentified reasons during a period of low visibility.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1979-12-23 Fokker F28 Fellowship accident near Ankara, Turkey?

An aircraft crashed into a mountainside near Ankara, Turkey, resulting in 41 fatalities and several serious injuries during its approach to the airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1979-12-23 Fokker F28 Fellowship accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 41 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1979-12-23 involved a Fokker F28 Fellowship, registration TC-JAT, operated by Turkish Airlines - THY Türk Hava Yollari, at Ankara, Turkey.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft drifted from its established approach path for unidentified reasons during a period of low visibility.

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