Incident Overview
Date: Friday 25 March 1960
Aircraft Type: Douglas C-47A-30-DK (DC-3)
Owner/operator: United States Air Force – USAF
Registration Number: 43-48100
Location: 3,3 km SE of Wiesbaden AFB (WIE) –
ÿ Germany
Phase of Flight: Initial climb
Status: Destroyed, written off
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 17
Component Affected: EngineEngine
Category: Accident
A single engine failure during climb-out resulted in a crash, causing injuries to several occupants. The incident highlights the critical importance of engine monitoring and maintenance for aircraft safety.A single engine failure during climb-out resulted in a crash, causing injuries to several occupants. The incident highlights the critical importance of engine monitoring and maintenance for aircraft safety.
Description
Crashed after one engine failed on climb out. Several occupants were injured.
Primary Cause
Engine failure during climb-out.Engine failure during climb-out.Share on:
