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Fatal Mountain Strike During Local Training Mission Near Pingtung (6008)

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On July 27, 1964, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration 6008) 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 struck a mountain slope near Pingtung during a local training mission, resulting in the deaths of all 18 occupants across the three machines.

Incident Overview and Casualties A local training mission originating from Pingtung ended in a fatal accident when three aircraft collided with a mountain slope near the area. The incident occurred while the aircraft were operating in a formation of six. All three aircraft were destroyed upon impact. The accident resulted in the deaths of all 18 occupants, with six people killed in each of the three aircraft. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, exact date, operator, or the specific cause of the collision with the terrain. The event is described as a simultaneous strike by three of the six machines in the formation.

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

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 6008, operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan), at Pingtung, Taiwan.

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