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Antiaircraft Fire Damages Military Aircraft on Korean War Mission; Crash Landing Injures Crew (44-34353)

Seoul-Gimpo, South KoreaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 26, 1951, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration 44-34353) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Seoul-Gimpo, South Korea during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Shot down by enemy fire. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A military aircraft on a mission over the Korean War front was hit by antiaircraft fire. The crew returned to Seoul-Kimpo Airport but crashed on landing, injuring all three members.

Incident

During a mission over the Korean War front, a military airplane was struck by antiaircraft fire. Despite the damage, the crew successfully evacuated the combat area and returned to Seoul-Kimpo Airport. However, upon landing, the aircraft crashed and was damaged beyond repair.

Crew

The crew consisted of 1st Lt John B. Broadway, 1st Lt Stuart R. Kalmus, and S/Sgt Thomas C. King. All three crew members sustained injuries in the crash.

Aftermath

The aircraft was destroyed in the landing accident. No further details about the extent of injuries or the specific type of aircraft were provided in the official report.

Probable Cause

According to official findings, the incident was attributed to the aircraft being shot down by enemy fire.

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Frequently asked questions

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

A military aircraft on a mission over the Korean War front was hit by antiaircraft fire. The crew returned to Seoul-Kimpo Airport but crashed on landing, injuring all three members.

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

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Jun 1951 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34353, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Seoul-Gimpo, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Shot down by enemy fire.

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