Aircraft accident near Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport

3 fatalities • Bergamo-Orio al Serio, Italy • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine cargo flight crashed in an open field near Bergamo following a collision with a powerline during its initial climb.

What happened

On a night cargo flight departing from Bergamo-Orio al Serio Airport, a twin engine aircraft was en route to Zagreb. The flight was transporting 1,600 kilograms of small parcels along with a crew of two pilots and one passenger. Shortly after departing from runway 28, the aircraft began its ascent through heavy fog.

During the climb phase, the aircraft initiated a left-hand turn and subsequently lost altitude. During this descent, the plane struck a powerline before crashing into an open field situated approximately one kilometer north of the airport. The force of the impact caused the aircraft to disintegrate. There were three fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.

Findings

  • The accident occurred during the climb phase of flight.
  • Low visibility due to foggy conditions was present at the time of the incident.
  • The aircraft's flight path involved a descent and a collision with electrical infrastructure.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a powerline during a left turn while climbing through foggy conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2005-10-30 Let L-410 accident near Bergamo-Orio al Serio, Italy?

A twin-engine cargo flight crashed in an open field near Bergamo following a collision with a powerline during its initial climb.

Were there any fatalities in the 2005-10-30 Let L-410 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2005-10-30 involved a Let L-410, registration 9A-BTA, operated by Trade Air, at Bergamo-Orio al Serio, Italy.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck a powerline during a left turn while climbing through foggy conditions.

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