On September 27, 1932, a Junkers F.13 (registration I-BAJO) operated by Società Aerea Mediterranea - SAM was involved in an aviation accident near Grado, Italy in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Deteriorating weather conditions with thunderstorms led to an attempted ditching that resulted in impact with a harbor wall. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft en route from Venice to Trieste struck a harbor wall near Grado after deteriorating weather conditions, resulting in two fatalities and two serious injuries.
What happened
The incident occurred while the aircraft was en route from Venice to Trieste. During the flight, meteorological conditions worsened significantly due to the presence of thunderstorms. In response to these hazardous conditions, the pilot attempted an emergency ditching maneuver in the waters off Grado. However, instead of landing safely on the water, the airplane impacted a harbor wall and subsequently crashed.
The accident resulted in tragic consequences for those on board. Two individuals lost their lives in the crash: the mechanic and one passenger. The pilot and a second passenger survived but sustained serious injuries.
Probable cause
Deteriorating weather conditions with thunderstorms led to an attempted ditching that resulted in impact with a harbor wall.
What happened in the 27 Sept 1932 Junkers F.13 accident near Grado, Italy?
An aircraft en route from Venice to Trieste struck a harbor wall near Grado after deteriorating weather conditions, resulting in two fatalities and two serious injuries.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Sept 1932 Junkers F.13 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Sept 1932 involved a Junkers F.13, registration I-BAJO, operated by Società Aerea Mediterranea - SAM, at Grado, Italy.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Deteriorating weather conditions with thunderstorms led to an attempted ditching that resulted in impact with a harbor wall.
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