Aircraft crash near Scottburgh during training flight

No fatalities • Scottburgh, South Africa • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean near Scottburgh during a training mission, resulting in the loss of the airframe but no fatalities.

What happened

During a scheduled training flight, a twin engine aircraft experienced an unexpected loss of control. The incident occurred over the ocean, a few kilometers away from the coast of Scottburgh. Following the loss of control, the aircraft impacted the sea and subsequently sank to the bottom, where it remains lost.

Despite the impact, all three crew members on board were successfully rescued from the scene. There were no reported fatalities among the flight crew following the accident.

Findings

The specific reason for the loss of control during the flight has not yet been determined, as the aircraft is currently submerged and inaccessible.

Probable cause

The cause of the loss of control remains unknown due to the aircraft being lost at sea.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1959-02-01 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident near Scottburgh, South Africa?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the ocean near Scottburgh during a training mission, resulting in the loss of the airframe but no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1959-02-01 Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1959-02-01 involved a Lockheed 18 LodeStar, registration ZS-ASV, operated by South African Airways -SAA - Suid Afrikaanse Lugdiens - SAL, at Scottburgh, South Africa.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the loss of control remains unknown due to the aircraft being lost at sea.

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