Aircraft crash short of Cairo International Airport

20 fatalities • Cairo-Intl, Egypt • Landing (descent or approach)

A four-engine aircraft crashed during a night approach to Cairo International Airport, resulting in 20 fatalities.

What happened

During a nighttime approach to Cairo International Airport, a four-engine aircraft impacted terrain approximately 4 km before reaching the threshold of runway 34. The impact occurred while the aircraft was on final approach, leading to the total destruction of the airframe.

The accident resulted in 20 fatalities, consisting of three crew members and 17 passengers. Additionally, 16 people sustained injuries during the crash.

Findings

Investigations determined that the aircraft was flying below the required glide path at the time of the collision with a hill. This deviation from the proper descent profile was attributed to pilot error.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by the pilot-in-command failing to properly monitor the flight instruments.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-06-12 Lockheed L-188 Electra accident near Cairo-Intl, Egypt?

A four-engine aircraft crashed during a night approach to Cairo International Airport, resulting in 20 fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-06-12 Lockheed L-188 Electra accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 20 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1961-06-12 involved a Lockheed L-188 Electra, registration PH-LLM, operated by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines - Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij, at Cairo-Intl, Egypt.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by the pilot-in-command failing to properly monitor the flight instruments.

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