Air Madagascar
Safety Score
7.8/10Total Incidents
3
Total Fatalities
67
Recent Incidents
De Havilland DHC-6 Twin Otter
On the leg from Maroantsetra to Andalaha, while in cruising altitude in marginal weather conditions, the twin engine airplane struck the slope of a mountain located northeast of Maroantsetra. The wreckage was found few hours later and all 19 occupants were killed.
Douglas DC-4
Shortly after liftoff, while climbing to a height of 100 feet, one of the engine caught fire and exploded. The airplane stalled and crashed in a prairie located about 720 meters past the runway end. Three crew members and 39 passengers were killed, among them Albert Sylla, the Malagasy Minister of Foreign Affairs. The three crew members who were killed were Mr. Chevrier, captain, Mr. Turin, mechanic and Mr. Goirand, radio navigator.
Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)
Crashed on takeoff for unknown reasons. All four crew members and two passengers were killed while six others were injured.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
Madagascar
Risk Level
Low Risk