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Kosrae Island

Crash of a Dornier DO.28A-1 on Gabert Island

Date & Time: Jun 20, 1977 at 1045 LT
Type of aircraft:
Registration:
N96155
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Kolonia - Gabert Island
MSN:
3034
Region:
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
3
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total flying hours:
2403
Captain / Total hours on type:
343.00
Circumstances:
On final approach to Gabert Island Airport, the twin engine airplane encountered severe turbulences, lost height and crashed in a wooded area. Both wings were partially torn off and the aircraft was destroyed. All four occupants were injured.
Final Report: