On November 23, 1944, a Curtiss C-46 Commando (registration 42-96554) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Sookerating, India during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was attributed to an engine failure that occurred shortly after takeoff. 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.
An aircraft encountered engine issues shortly after takeoff from Sookerating Airport, prompting an emergency landing in a nearby field with no injuries reported.
What happened
The incident occurred during the initial climb phase immediately following departure from Sookerating Airport. The flight crew identified technical difficulties affecting one of the aircraft's engines. Due to the nature of the malfunction, the crew initiated an emergency procedure and directed the aircraft toward a suitable landing area. The plane came to rest in an open field situated approximately two miles north of the airfield perimeter.
All individuals on board survived the event without sustaining injuries. However, the structural damage sustained during the forced landing resulted in the aircraft being declared a total loss.
Probable cause
The accident was attributed to an engine failure that occurred shortly after takeoff.
What happened in the 23 Nov 1944 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Sookerating, India?
An aircraft encountered engine issues shortly after takeoff from Sookerating Airport, prompting an emergency landing in a nearby field with no injuries reported.
Were there any fatalities in the 23 Nov 1944 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Nov 1944 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration 42-96554, operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947), at Sookerating, India.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The accident was attributed to an engine failure that occurred shortly after takeoff.
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