Crash of a Douglas C-47A-1-DK in Mekele
Date & Time:
Aug 24, 1982
Operator:
Registration:
ET-AHP
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
12381
YOM:
1944
Crew on board:
0
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Aircraft flight hours:
24088
Circumstances:
During the takeoff roll at Mekele-Alula Aba Nega Airport, a tire burst. The aircraft went out of control, veered off runway and came to rest. There were no casualties.
Probable cause:
Loss of control during takeoff after a tire burst.
