Incident Overview Facts

  • Incident occurred on 2009-06-01 involving Air France aircraft F-GZCP (Airbus A330-200).
  • Location: Atlantic Ocean, International.
  • Fatalities: 228 out of 228 occupants on board.

Investigation Summary

Air France Flight 447 stalled and descended into the equatorial Atlantic Ocean after pitot tube icing caused temporary loss of airspeed indications.

Airframe & Operator Details

Operating Carrier
Air France
Aircraft Model
Airbus A330-200
Registration Mark
F-GZCP
Mode S Hex

Location & Impact

Accident Location
Atlantic Ocean
Country
International
Total Fatalities
228
Total Occupants
228

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