Keflavik Takeoff Accident: Aircraft Crashes into Sea (124901)

Incident Overview A few minutes after departing Keflavik on a flight bound for the east coast of the United States, the aircraft lost control and crashed into the sea approximately 80 kilometers offshore. The accident resulted in the deaths of all nine crew members on board. No passenger count or specific aircraft details were provided in the source material. ## Official Findings The investigation determined that the loss of control was caused by an engine failure during the climb phase of the flight. This finding was cited as the probable cause of the accident. The source did not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the incident.