Emergency landing and subsequent destruction of aircraft at Suwon Airport

No fatalities • Suwon, South Korea • Landing (descent or approach)

An unidentified aircraft performed an emergency crash landing at Suwon Airport, resulting in no injuries to the crew but the eventual loss of the airframe.

What happened

During an unspecified flight, an aircraft performed a crash landing at Suwon Airport. The descent and subsequent impact occurred under circumstances that remain unidentified by investigators. Despite the nature of the landing, both pilots escaped the incident without any injuries.

Following the arrival at the airfield, the aircraft was intentionally destroyed. This action was taken as a tactical measure to ensure the airframe could not be seized or utilized by opposing forces during the conflict. The destruction of the plane resulted in the total loss of the vessel.

Findings

At this time, the specific reasons for the initial crash landing at Suwon Airport have not been determined. The primary factor leading to the loss of the aircraft was the deliberate decision to destroy it to prevent enemy capture.

Probable cause

The cause of the initial emergency landing remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-01-24 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Suwon, South Korea?

An unidentified aircraft performed an emergency crash landing at Suwon Airport, resulting in no injuries to the crew but the eventual loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-01-24 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-01-24 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34265, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Suwon, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the initial emergency landing remains unknown.

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