Compagnie Algérienne des Transports Aériens - CATA
Safety profile and incident history for Compagnie Algérienne des Transports Aériens - CATA.
Safety Score
9.1/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
9
Recent Incidents
January 8, 1948 9 Fatalities
SNCAC NC.701/702 Martinet
Lakhdaria Bouira
While cruising in marginal weather conditions, the radio navigator informed ground that an engine failed and elected to return to Algiers. Shortly later, the aircraft went out of control and crashed in an affluent of the Isser River, about 11 km from Palestro (now Lakhdaria). All nine occupants were killed. Crew: Mr. Péhu, pilot, Mr. Suhaud, radio navigator.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
Algeria
Risk Level
Low Risk
Common Aircraft in Incidents
SNCAC NC.701/702 Martinet1