Junkers JU.52 crash, May 22, 1950 (6 killed), Mt Paskal L...
Junkers JU.52 accident on May 22, 1950 near Mt Paskal Lovech, Bulgaria with 6 fatalities. Cause: Deviation from prescribed route into a strong downdraft.
- Date: May 22, 1950
- Aircraft: Junkers JU.52
- Location: Mt Paskal Lovech, Bulgaria
- Fatalities: 6
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Deviation from prescribed route into a strong downdraft
A Bulgarian Air Force Junkers Ju 52/3m crew deviated from the prescribed route over the Stara Planina mountain range and was caught by a strong downdraft. The aircraft crashed into Mt Paskal, killing six of the seven crew. The sole survivor was seriously injured.