Aircraft Collision with Terrain Near Fairchild AFB (56-3613)

Incident Overview During a descent from Hickam Field, Hawaii, to Fairchild AFB, the aircraft was at an altitude that was too low. It collided with the slope of Mt Shadow, which has an elevation of 4,337 feet, located 40 miles northwest of Fairchild AFB. The aircraft struck trees and disintegrated upon impact, resulting in the deaths of all nine crew members on board. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was controlled flight into terrain. The source does not provide the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or specific location beyond the general area near Fairchild AFB.