Aircraft collision with Mount Fuji during liaison flight

3 fatalities • Mt Fuji, Japan • Flight

A military liaison flight crashed into the slopes of Mount Fuji while operating in poor weather conditions, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

During a scheduled liaison mission traveling from Korea to Tachikawa Air Force Base, an aircraft struck the side of Mount Fuji. The flight was cruising at an altitude of approximately 8,000 feet when the collision occurred. At the time of the accident, the area was experiencing marginal weather conditions.

The impact with the mountain slope resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. There were three fatalities among the crew members on board, including the pilot, the co-pilot, and the radio operator.

Findings

The aircraft was operating in marginal weather conditions at the time of the accident.
The flight path intersected with the terrain of Mount Fuji during the cruise phase of the mission.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck a mountain slope while flying through poor weather conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-12-09 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Mt Fuji, Japan?

A military liaison flight crashed into the slopes of Mount Fuji while operating in poor weather conditions, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-12-09 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1950-12-09 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration XT-852, operated by Civil Air Transport, at Mt Fuji, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?