Aero Flight 311 Crash Near Kvevlax on Jan 3, 1961
All 25 people on board Aero Flight 311 died in Finland's worst civilian air accident when the aircraft crashed near Kvevlax.
On January 3, 1961 Aero Flight 311, a domestic Douglas DC-3, crashed near Kvevlax in Finland. The accident killed all 25 people on board and remains the deadliest civilian air disaster in Finnish history.
Flight details and route
Aero Flight 311 was operated by Aero O/Y and scheduled between Kronoby and Vaasa. The aircraft was a Douglas DC-3, a common passenger plane of the era.
Crash location and immediate impact
The plane went down in the municipality of Kvevlax, now part of Korsholm, about 15 km north of Vaasa. All 25 passengers and crew perished, making it Finland's worst civilian aviation accident.
Investigation findings
The official investigation concluded that both pilots were intoxicated and should not have been flying. Their condition was identified as a primary cause of the crash.
Legacy in Finnish aviation safety
The disaster prompted stricter regulations on crew fitness and alcohol testing in Finland. It remains a reference point for safety reforms in the country's aviation history.
Key facts
- Date of crash: January 3, 1961
- Aircraft: Douglas DC-3
- Fatalities: 25 people
- Location: near Kvevlax, now part of Korsholm
- Cause: pilots were intoxicated
Frequently asked questions
How many people died in the Aero Flight 311 crash?
All 25 people on board were killed.
What was the main cause identified by investigators?
Both pilots were found to be intoxicated and should not have been flying.
Where is Kvevlax located?
Kvevlax is a church village about 15 km north of Vaasa, now part of the municipality of Korsholm.
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