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Kadena AFB Bomber Shot Down Near Supung Dam (44-86343)

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On September 13, 1952, a Boeing B-29 Superfortress (registration 44-86343) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Supung, North Korea in flight. 11 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Shot down by the pilot of a Soviet AF MiG-15 fighter. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A heavy bomber from Kadena AFB was shot down by a Soviet MiG-15 while approaching the Sup'ung Dam. One crew member was rescued and taken prisoner, while 11 others were killed.

Incident Overview and Location Details On a bombing mission, a heavy bomber departed from Kadena Air Force Base to target the Sup'ung Dam, also known as the Sui-ho Hydroelectric Plant. This facility is situated at the border between China and North Korea. The aircraft was destroyed while approaching the target area, and the wreckage was found near the city of Supung. The source does not specify the exact aircraft type, registration, or the date of the incident. The operator is identified as the crew from Kadena AFB, and the location of the crash is near Supung, close to the China-North Korea border.

Probable cause

Shot down by the pilot of a Soviet AF MiG-15 fighter.
Midair collision

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Sept 1952 Boeing B-29 Superfortress accident near Supung, North Korea?

A heavy bomber from Kadena AFB was shot down by a Soviet MiG-15 while approaching the Sup'ung Dam. One crew member was rescued and taken prisoner, while 11 others were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Sept 1952 Boeing B-29 Superfortress accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Sept 1952 involved a Boeing B-29 Superfortress, registration 44-86343, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Supung, North Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Shot down by the pilot of a Soviet AF MiG-15 fighter.

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