A secret surrounds Malév's greatest tragedy

On August 6, 1961, a sightseeing flight in Budapest ended tragically when the aircraft crashed, resulting in 30 fatalities. The Douglas C–47, previously seized in Hungary, was operated by Malév. Investigations revealed that crew violations led to the crash, prompting a suspension of sightseeing flights over the city. The incident remains a dark chapter in Malév's history, with many unanswered questions.