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Three-Aircraft Collision During Training Mission Near Pingtung (6340)

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On July 27, 1964, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration 6340) operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan) was involved in an aviation accident near Pingtung, Taiwan in flight. 6 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

Three aircraft collided with a mountain slope near Pingtung during a local training mission, resulting in the deaths of all 18 occupants across the three planes.

Incident Overview and Casualties A local training mission originating from Pingtung ended in a fatal accident when three aircraft struck a mountain slope near the area. The incident occurred while the aircraft were operating in a formation of six. All three planes were destroyed upon impact, and every person on board was killed. The total number of fatalities was 18, with six occupants in each of the three aircraft involved in the collision. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, exact date, operator, or the specific cause of the accident. The event is described as a simultaneous impact with the terrain during a training exercise.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Jul 1964 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Pingtung, Taiwan?

Three aircraft collided with a mountain slope near Pingtung during a local training mission, resulting in the deaths of all 18 occupants across the three planes.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Jul 1964 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Jul 1964 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration 6340, operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan), at Pingtung, Taiwan.

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