2 fatalities

Aircraft accident near Suwon, South Korea (41-39574)

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On January 9, 1951, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration 41-39574) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Suwon, South Korea in flight. 2 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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed approximately 21 kilometers east of Suwon, South Korea, resulting in two fatalities and one injury.

What happened

On an unspecified date, an aircraft crashed in a region located roughly 21 kilometers east of Suwon, South Korea. The accident occurred under circumstances that remain undetermined. During the impact, the flight crew sustained significant casualties. Specifically, two fatalities were recorded among the crew members, while one other occupant survived the event with injuries.

Findings

The exact cause of the crash has not been established, as the aircraft went down under unknown circumstances. No specific details regarding the flight phase or mechanical status at the time of the accident were provided in the initial reports.