No fatalities

Aircraft Overran Icy Runway at Shemya After Reconnaissance Mission (59-1491)

Shemya, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On January 13, 1969, a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker (registration 59-1491) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Shemya, 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft overran an icy runway at Shemya after a reconnaissance mission, sustaining damage beyond repair. All 18 occupants evacuated safely.

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft was returning to Shemya after completing a reconnaissance mission when it encountered difficulties during landing. The aircraft touched down on an icy runway and was unable to stop within the remaining distance, resulting in an overrun. The aircraft came to rest a few dozen yards beyond the runway. The incident caused damage that was assessed as beyond repair. All 18 occupants on board were evacuated safely. No injuries or fatalities were reported in the source material. The specific aircraft type, registration, operator, date, and exact cause of the overrun are not provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Jan 1969 Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker accident near Shemya, United States of America?

An aircraft overran an icy runway at Shemya after a reconnaissance mission, sustaining damage beyond repair. All 18 occupants evacuated safely.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Jan 1969 Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Jan 1969 involved a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, registration 59-1491, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Shemya, United States of America.