Engine failure during training flight at Rome-Ciampino

No fatalities • Rome-Ciampino, Italy • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft engaged in a local training mission experienced engine issues and veered off the runway during landing at Rome-Ciampino.

What happened

During a routine training flight operating out of Rome-Ciampino, the crew encountered mechanical difficulties involving the engines. As the aircraft was performing its landing sequence, the engine problems persisted through the touchdown phase.

Upon making contact with the runway, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The plane subsequently veered off the paved surface and came to a stop in the surrounding area. While there were no injuries reported among the two pilots on board, the aircraft sustained significant damage. Following an assessment, the airframe was determined to be a total loss.

Findings

Official investigations concluded that the incident was triggered by an unspecified engine failure occurring while the aircraft was in flight.

Probable cause

An unidentified failure of the engine during the flight led to the loss of control upon landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1970-11-04 Handley Page HPR-7 Dart Herald accident near Rome-Ciampino, Italy?

An aircraft engaged in a local training mission experienced engine issues and veered off the runway during landing at Rome-Ciampino.

Were there any fatalities in the 1970-11-04 Handley Page HPR-7 Dart Herald accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1970-11-04 involved a Handley Page HPR-7 Dart Herald, registration I-TIVE, operated by Aerolinee Itavia, at Rome-Ciampino, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

An unidentified failure of the engine during the flight led to the loss of control upon landing.

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