Airlift Aircraft Destroyed by Enemy Fire Near Cambodian Border (62-4177)

Incident Overview During an airlift operation near the Cambodian border, the aircraft sustained damage from enemy fire directed at its starboard wing. The impact caused the airplane to lose control, resulting in a crash in flames. All three crew members on board were killed in the incident. ## Crew Members The aircraft was operated by a three-person crew, consisting of Captain Robert George Bull, First Lieutenant Ralph William Manners, and Airman First Class David Frederick Sleeper. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was the aircraft being shot down by enemy fire.