On July 25, 1977, a MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet (registration 5N-AMF) operated by Motor Parts Manufacturers - MPM was involved in an aviation accident near Abidjan, Ivory Coast during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An executive flight from Lagos to Abidjan crashed into the sea about 500 meters offshore during a turn to join the glide for runway 03. The aircraft was destroyed and all three occupants were killed.
Incident
The aircraft was performing an executive flight from Lagos, Nigeria, to Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. While completing a last turn to the right to join the glide for runway 03, the airplane lost height and subsequently crashed into the sea approximately 500 meters offshore.
Damage and Occupants
The aircraft was destroyed in the impact. All three occupants on board were killed.
Flight Details
No flight plan was filed for the flight. It was reported that the aircraft did not have all required certificates. The flight was the first time the aircraft had flown since its delivery two years prior.
What happened in the 25 Jul 1977 MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet accident near Abidjan, Ivory Coast?
An executive flight from Lagos to Abidjan crashed into the sea about 500 meters offshore during a turn to join the glide for runway 03. The aircraft was destroyed and all three occupants were killed.
Were there any fatalities in the 25 Jul 1977 MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Jul 1977 involved a MBB HFB-320 Hansa Jet, registration 5N-AMF, operated by Motor Parts Manufacturers - MPM, at Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
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