Aircraft loss near Wausan due to anti-aircraft fire

3 fatalities • Seoul, South Korea • Flight

An aircraft crashed in the western suburbs of Seoul after being struck by ground-based weaponry, resulting in no survivors.

What happened

On the date of the incident, an unidentified aircraft was targeted by anti-aircraft fire while operating near the Wausan area, located in the western outskirts of Seoul. The impact from the ground-based fire caused the aircraft to crash within the Wausan vicinity.

There were no survivors among the occupants of the aircraft. The total number of fatalities was three, as all members of the crew perished during the event.

Findings

Official investigations concluded that the destruction of the aircraft was the direct result of being shot down by anti-aircraft fire.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed by ground-based anti-aircraft weaponry.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-02-17 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Seoul, South Korea?

An aircraft crashed in the western suburbs of Seoul after being struck by ground-based weaponry, resulting in no survivors.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-02-17 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 1951-02-17 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34331, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Seoul, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was destroyed by ground-based anti-aircraft weaponry.

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