Crash of a Martin 187 Baltimore IIIA in RAF Taftîsh Gianaclîs
Date & Time:
Dec 15, 1944
Operator:
Registration:
FA262
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Taftîsh Gianaclîs - Taftîsh Gianaclîs
Crew on board:
4
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
After take off from RAF Taftîsh Gianaclîs, while climbing to a height of 1,800 feet, the aircraft collided with birds that hit the left wing. The captain decided to return and completed a safe landing without further problem. While all four crew members were unhurt, the aircraft was considered as damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Bird strike during initial climb.
