Engine failure leads to crash landing at Sam Thong Airstrip

No fatalities • Sam Thong, Laos • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced an engine failure during its final approach to Sam Thong Airstrip, resulting in a crash landing in a nearby prairie.

What happened

During the final approach phase of flight toward Sam Thong Airstrip, the aircraft suffered the loss of one of its engines. This mechanical failure caused the plane to enter a stall, leading to an emergency descent into a prairie area.

Despite the impact, all seven people on board were successfully evacuated from the wreckage. Among the occupants, there was one injury reported following the incident. The aircraft, which sustained significant damage during the crash landing, was declared a total loss.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor leading to the stall and subsequent crash was an engine failure occurring while the aircraft was on approach.

Probable cause

The engine failed while the aircraft was performing its final approach to the airstrip.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1965-02-18 Dornier DO.28A/B accident near Sam Thong, Laos?

An aircraft experienced an engine failure during its final approach to Sam Thong Airstrip, resulting in a crash landing in a nearby prairie.

Were there any fatalities in the 1965-02-18 Dornier DO.28A/B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1965-02-18 involved a Dornier DO.28A/B, registration N1153Q, operated by Bird & Sons, at Sam Thong, Laos.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The engine failed while the aircraft was performing its final approach to the airstrip.

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