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On June 27, 1989, a Cessna 404 Titan (registration B-12206) operated by Formosa Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Kaohsiung, Taiwan during takeoff. 13 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine trouble for unknown reasons. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
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An aircraft crashed in a residential area near Kaohsiung Airport shortly after takeoff due to engine troubles, killing 13 occupants and one person on the ground.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 27 Jun 1989 Cessna 404 Titan accident near Kaohsiung, Taiwan?
An aircraft crashed in a residential area near Kaohsiung Airport shortly after takeoff due to engine troubles, killing 13 occupants and one person on the ground.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Jun 1989 Cessna 404 Titan accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Jun 1989 involved a Cessna 404 Titan, registration B-12206, operated by Formosa Airlines, at Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Engine trouble for unknown reasons.
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