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Aircraft crash off Miyazaki coast during training flight

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On October 23, 1985, a Beechcraft 65 Queen Air operated by Japan Air Self-Defense Force - Kōkū Jieitai was involved in an aviation accident near Miyazaki, Japan in flight. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck overhead power lines while flying at a low altitude during a training mission. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-13Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea near Miyazaki after striking power lines during a low-altitude training mission.

What happened

During a scheduled training flight, a twin-engine aircraft was performing maneuvers at a low altitude. While navigating the area off the coast of Miyazaki, the aircraft made contact with overhead power cables. This impact caused the plane to descend into the sea.

There were no survivors in the accident. The crash resulted in three fatalities, accounting for all members of the flight crew on board.

Findings

  • The aircraft was operating in a low-altitude flight phase during a training mission.
  • The primary factor leading to the loss of the aircraft was the impact with power cables during the flight.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck overhead power lines while flying at a low altitude during a training mission.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Oct 1985 Beechcraft 65 Queen Air accident near Miyazaki, Japan?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into the sea near Miyazaki after striking power lines during a low-altitude training mission.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Oct 1985 Beechcraft 65 Queen Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Oct 1985 involved a Beechcraft 65 Queen Air, operated by Japan Air Self-Defense Force - Kōkū Jieitai, at Miyazaki, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck overhead power lines while flying at a low altitude during a training mission.

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