What happened
During the flight, a mechanical failure occurred when one of the engines malfunctioned and ignited. The resulting fire necessitated an immediate emergency response from the onboard personnel.
As the situation escalated, all eight crew members elected to perform an emergency bailout to escape the burning aircraft. Following the abandonment of the plane, the aircraft continued on its path until it impacted a field situated approximately three miles north of Randolph AFB. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.
Findings
- There were no fatalities or injuries reported among the crew following the bailout.
- The primary factor leading to the abandonment of the aircraft was an engine failure and subsequent fire.