Crash of a Caudron C.440 Goéland in Nikki: 2 killed
Date & Time:
Jul 10, 1938
Operator:
Registration:
F-AOMT
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Paris - Nikki
MSN:
4/7269
YOM:
1936
Crew on board:
3
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
2
Circumstances:
On final approach to Nikki Airport, one of the engine caught fire and exploded. The pilot lost control of the aircraft that crashed on runway, bursting into flames. Both pilots were killed while the third occupant was seriously injured.
Probable cause:
Engine explosion upon landing.
