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B-52 Crash at Larson AFB Following In-Flight Refueling Incident (55-0098)

Larson AFB, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 15, 1960, a Boeing B-52 Stratofortress (registration 55-0098) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Larson AFB, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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.

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A B-52 crashed in flames after its right wing failed upon landing at Larson AFB. The incident occurred after a refueling probe struck the aircraft's wing during a mission over Montana. All 10 crew members evacuated safely.

Incident Overview and Mission Profile A B-52 departed Larson Air Force Base for a refueling mission over Montana. During the operation, the aircraft was scheduled to connect with a United States Air Force KC-135 tanker. The refueling probe struck the right wing of the B-52, causing a puncture. The refueling operation was subsequently cancelled, and the crew returned to Larson AFB. ## Crash and Aftermath Upon landing, the right wing of the aircraft failed, resulting in a crash. The aircraft was destroyed in flames. All 10 crew members evacuated safely from the aircraft. No fatalities were reported among the crew.

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What happened in the 15 Dec 1960 Boeing B-52 Stratofortress accident near Larson AFB, United States of America?

A B-52 crashed in flames after its right wing failed upon landing at Larson AFB. The incident occurred after a refueling probe struck the aircraft's wing during a mission over Montana. All 10 crew members evacuated safely.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Dec 1960 Boeing B-52 Stratofortress accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Dec 1960 involved a Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, registration 55-0098, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Larson AFB, United States of America.

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