Koolhoven FK.50

Historical safety data and incident record for the Koolhoven FK.50 aircraft.

Safety Rating

9.7/10

Total Incidents

2

Total Fatalities

6

Incident History

July 6, 1962 3 Fatalities

Maryland Flying Services

Monrovia Montserrado

Crashed shortly after takeoff from Monrovia Airport for unknown reason. The twin engine aircraft built in 1935 was enroute to Bassa, carrying three crew and various goods for the market. On board was one French citizen, one Swiss and one Guinean.

Alpar

Basel Basel City

The crew started the descent to Basel in low visibility due to foggy conditions. Aircraft hit mount Kelleköpfli located near Waldenburg, some 25 kilometers southeast from the Basel Airport. Both passengers and the pilot were killed as the radio navigator was seriously injured. Crew: Walter Eberschweiler, pilot, Hans Huggler, radio navigator.

Safety Profile

Reliability

Reliable

This rating is based on historical incident data and may not reflect current operational safety.

Primary Operators (by incidents)