No fatalities

Aircraft damage following landing at Seoul-Kimpo Airport (43-35597)

Seoul, South KoreaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 9, 1950, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration 43-35597) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Seoul, South Korea during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft went out of control following touchdown on the runway. 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft sustained irreparable damage after losing control during the landing phase at Seoul-Kimpo Airport.

What happened

During a landing attempt at Seoul-Kimpo Airport, a twin engine aircraft experienced a loss of control immediately following touchdown. The sequence of events began as the plane made contact with the runway, but the flight crew was unable to maintain directional stability. As a result of the uncontrolled movement, the aircraft sustained significant structural damage.

Following the incident, the aircraft was determined to be a total loss, as the damage was categorized as being beyond repair. Despite the severity of the impact and the resulting destruction of the airframe, no fatalities or injuries were reported among those on board. The pilot remained unharmed throughout the event.

Findings

No specific technical reasons for the loss of control were documented in the initial report regarding the landing at Seoul-Kimpo Airport.

Probable cause

The aircraft went out of control following touchdown on the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Nov 1950 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Seoul, South Korea?

A twin-engine aircraft sustained irreparable damage after losing control during the landing phase at Seoul-Kimpo Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Nov 1950 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Nov 1950 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration 43-35597, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Seoul, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft went out of control following touchdown on the runway.