2 fatalities

1960-02-25: Lockheed P-2 Harpoon (4624) — Portuguese Air Force - Força Aerea Portuguesa (1952-) — Bucelas, Portugal

Bucelas, PortugalLanding (descent or approach)

On February 25, 1960, a Lockheed P-2 Harpoon (registration 4624) operated by Portuguese Air Force - Força Aerea Portuguesa (1952-) was involved in an aviation accident near Bucelas, Portugal during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 1781246770Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed during a night approach near Bucelas, resulting in two fatalities and four injuries.

What happened

During a nighttime approach, an aircraft crashed in the vicinity of Bucelas, situated approximately 12 kilometers north of Lisbon Airport. The accident occurred under conditions of darkness, and the specific sequence leading to the impact remains under investigation.

As a result of the crash, there were two fatalities among the occupants. Additionally, four individuals sustained injuries during the event.

Findings

The exact circumstances surrounding the crash are currently considered unclear. No definitive conclusions regarding the mechanical or operational status of the aircraft at the time of the accident have been established.