On November 17, 1967, an Ilyushin II-14 (registration DM-SAF) operated by Interflug was involved in an aviation accident near Leipzig, Germany during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft suffered mechanical failures during its approach to the airport, forcing an emergency landing. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft flying from Moscow experienced mechanical difficulties during its approach to Leipzig-Halle Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.
What happened
During an approach to Leipzig-Halle Airport, the flight crew encountered unexpected technical complications. The aircraft was operating on a route originating from Moscow when these issues necessitated an immediate emergency descent.
Unable to continue the standard approach, the crew performed an emergency landing in a field situated a short distance from the airport perimeter. While the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.
Findings
The flight was interrupted by technical problems encountered during the approach phase.
Probable cause
The aircraft suffered mechanical failures during its approach to the airport, forcing an emergency landing.
What happened in the 17 Nov 1967 Ilyushin II-14 accident near Leipzig, Germany?
An aircraft flying from Moscow experienced mechanical difficulties during its approach to Leipzig-Halle Airport, resulting in an emergency landing in a nearby field.
Were there any fatalities in the 17 Nov 1967 Ilyushin II-14 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Nov 1967 involved an Ilyushin II-14, registration DM-SAF, operated by Interflug, at Leipzig, Germany.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft suffered mechanical failures during its approach to the airport, forcing an emergency landing.
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