On October 10, 1966, a SUD AVIATION CARAVELLE SE 210 (registration CS-TCC) was involved in an aviation accident near Genève Aéroport (LSGG), GE, CH. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft departed from the prescribed taxiway. This summary draws on records from the Swiss Transportation Safety Investigation Board (STSB / SUST).
On 10 October 1966, a Caravelle SE 210 (registration CS-TCC) departed from the prescribed taxiway at Geneva Airport during nightfall, crossing a row of blue lights twice. The aircraft sustained minor damage; a barrier and four lamps were crushed. No injuries occurred.
Accident Details
On 10 October 1966, a Caravelle SE 210 with registration CS-TCC was involved in an accident at Geneva Airport. The event occurred at nightfall.
Events
While taxiing, the aircraft departed from the prescribed taxiway. It crossed a row of blue lights marking the taxiway path on two occasions. The aircraft subsequently struck and crushed a barrier and four lamps of the lighting system.
Damage and Injuries
The aircraft sustained minor damage. No persons were injured. The barrier and four lamps were destroyed.
Investigation Findings
The investigation determined that the aircraft had left the prescribed taxiway. No further causal factors were identified.
Probable cause
The aircraft departed from the prescribed taxiway.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 10 Oct 1966 SUD AVIATION CARAVELLE SE 210 accident near Genève Aéroport (LSGG), GE, CH?
On 10 October 1966, a Caravelle SE 210 (registration CS-TCC) departed from the prescribed taxiway at Geneva Airport during nightfall, crossing a row of blue lights twice. The aircraft sustained minor damage; a barrier and four lamps were crushed. No injuries occurred.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Oct 1966 SUD AVIATION CARAVELLE SE 210 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Oct 1966 involved a SUD AVIATION CARAVELLE SE 210, registration CS-TCC, at Genève Aéroport (LSGG), GE, CH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft departed from the prescribed taxiway.
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