No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft ditching into Mavesjaure Lake near Luleå (SE-AYG)

Luleå, SwedenLanding (descent or approach)

On September 7, 1948, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration SE-AYG) operated by Aros-Flyg was involved in an aviation accident near Luleå, Sweden during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-05Data APIEditorial standards

A single-engine aircraft struck the water surface while attempting to land on Mavesjaure Lake in gusty winds, resulting in a total loss of the airframe but no injuries to occupants.

What happened

The incident occurred during an attempted landing at Mavesjaure Lake, located near Luleå. The pilot was operating a single-engine aircraft under conditions characterized by gusty winds. During the approach, the aircraft made contact with the water surface. Upon impact, the airframe overturned and subsequently sank. All individuals on board managed to escape the wreckage without sustaining any injuries. Despite the successful evacuation of the occupants, the aircraft suffered a total loss.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific investigative findings or contributing factors beyond the description of the environmental conditions present during the event.