Incident Overview Facts

  • Incident occurred on 1998-09-02 involving Swissair aircraft HB-IWF (McDonnell Douglas MD-11).
  • Location: Peggy's Cove, NS, Canada.
  • Fatalities: 229 out of 229 occupants on board.

Investigation Summary

Swissair Flight 111 suffered an inflight fire caused by arcing in the inflight entertainment system wiring, crashing into St. Margarets Bay near Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia.

Airframe & Operator Details

Operating Carrier
Swissair
Aircraft Model
McDonnell Douglas MD-11
Registration Mark
HB-IWF
Mode S Hex

Location & Impact

Accident Location
Peggy's Cove, NS
Country
Canada
Total Fatalities
229
Total Occupants
229

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