Loss of twin-engine aircraft near Yangdŏk

3 fatalities • Yangdŏk, North Korea • Flight

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a mountainous area northwest of Yangdŏk after being struck by anti-aircraft fire, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

During a flight at low altitude, a twin-engine aircraft was struck by anti-aircraft weaponry. The impact caused the aircraft to crash within a mountainous zone situated approximately 16 km northwest of Yangdŏk.

The incident resulted in significant casualties among the crew. Of the four personnel on board, three crew members lost their lives during the event. One member of the crew survived the crash but was taken as a prisoner of war.

Findings

Investigations into the loss of the aircraft determined that the primary reason for the crash was that the plane was shot down by enemy fire while operating at low altitude.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by anti-aircraft fire during low-altitude flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-09-14 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Yangdŏk, North Korea?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in a mountainous area northwest of Yangdŏk after being struck by anti-aircraft fire, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-09-14 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-09-14 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34314, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Yangdŏk, North Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was destroyed after being struck by anti-aircraft fire during low-altitude flight.

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