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Heavy Bomber Crashes Near Daegu Airport, All 12 Crew Killed (44-62167)

Daegu, South KoreaLanding (descent or approach)

On August 30, 1952, a Boeing B-29 Superfortress (registration 44-62167) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Daegu, South Korea during landing or approach. 12 people were killed. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A heavy bomber on final approach to Daegu Airport went out of control during a go-around and crashed in a mountainous area 6 km northeast of the airfield, killing all 12 crew members.

Accident Sequence

On final approach to Daegu Airport, the pilot-in-command of a heavy bomber decided to execute a go-around. Shortly thereafter, the aircraft went out of control and crashed in a mountainous area located 6 km northeast of the airfield. All 12 crew members on board were killed.

Crew

The crew members who died in the accident were:

  • Cpt Bernard E. Barnes
  • 1st Lt John H. Buckley
  • A2c Donald H. Buss
  • 2nd Lt William F. Hill
  • M/Sgt William D. King
  • 1st Lt Victor A. Koehler
  • A2c John W. Maslin
  • Cpt Robert W. McAnelly
  • A2c John G. McMann
  • A2c James C. Prasnikar
  • Maj Hilliard M. Roper
  • A1c Glen L. Slavicek

No further details, such as the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, or weather conditions, were provided in the official investigation source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Aug 1952 Boeing B-29 Superfortress accident near Daegu, South Korea?

A heavy bomber on final approach to Daegu Airport went out of control during a go-around and crashed in a mountainous area 6 km northeast of the airfield, killing all 12 crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Aug 1952 Boeing B-29 Superfortress accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 12 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Aug 1952 involved a Boeing B-29 Superfortress, registration 44-62167, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Daegu, South Korea.

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