1 fatality

Fatal aircraft accident near Fort Gouraud (152)

Fderik, Mauritania

On June 15, 1965, a Nord 2501 Noratlas (registration 152) operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air was involved in an aviation accident near Fderik, Mauritania. One person was 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.

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An aviation accident occurred in the vicinity of Fort Gouraud, resulting in at least one fatality among the crew.

What happened

An aircraft crashed under undetermined circumstances in the area of Fort Gouraud (present-day Fderik). The exact sequence of events leading to the impact remains unknown due to a lack of available data regarding the flight path or mechanical status prior to the crash.

During the event, the aircraft sustained damage sufficient to cause a fatal outcome for at least one crew member. No information was provided regarding the total number of people on board or the specific phase of flight being executed at the time of the accident.

Findings

The precise cause of the crash has not been established. The circumstances surrounding the loss of the aircraft and the death of the crew member remain unverified by official reports.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jun 1965 Nord 2501 Noratlas accident near Fderik, Mauritania?

An aviation accident occurred in the vicinity of Fort Gouraud, resulting in at least one fatality among the crew.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jun 1965 Nord 2501 Noratlas accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jun 1965 involved a Nord 2501 Noratlas, registration 152, operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air, at Fderik, Mauritania.