Aircraft accident near Oslo-Fornebu Airport

No fatalities • Oslo-Fornebu, Norway • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea near Malmøya Island during its initial climb following departure from Oslo.

What happened

During a flight departing from Oslo-Fornebu Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of altitude shortly after takeoff. While the aircraft was in its climbing phase, it descended into the waters located near Malmøya Island, approximately 7 km southeast of the departure airfield.

Following the impact with the sea, the wreckage submerged to a depth of six meters. Despite the crash, both individuals on board were successfully recovered from the site. The incident resulted in zero fatalities and two survivors.

Findings

No specific technical reasons for the loss of altitude were provided in the initial report regarding the descent into the sea.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1977-09-25 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Oslo-Fornebu, Norway?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea near Malmøya Island during its initial climb following departure from Oslo.

Were there any fatalities in the 1977-09-25 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1977-09-25 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration LN-PAA, operated by Partnair, at Oslo-Fornebu, Norway.

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