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Aircraft Breaks in Two During Emergency Landing at Hai Phong-Cat Bi Airport (44-34583)

Hải Phòng, VietnamLanding (descent or approach)

On May 31, 1951, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration 44-34583) operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air was involved in an aviation accident near Hải Phòng, Vietnam during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft broke in two after a hard landing in a field near Hai Phong-Cat Bi Airport. The pilot attempted an emergency landing for an unknown reason. All five crew members were unhurt.

Incident Overview During a routine mission, the crew was approaching Hai Phong-Cat Bi Airport when the pilot decided to attempt an emergency landing for an unknown reason. The aircraft subsequently landed hard in a field, resulting in significant structural damage. The fuselage broke in two just behind the wings, and both engines and both wings were severed. The aircraft was written off as a result of the damage. All five crew members were reported unhurt following the incident. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the airport name.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 May 1951 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Hải Phòng, Vietnam?

An aircraft broke in two after a hard landing in a field near Hai Phong-Cat Bi Airport. The pilot attempted an emergency landing for an unknown reason. All five crew members were unhurt.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 May 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 31 May 1951 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34583, operated by French Air Force - Armée de l'Air, at Hải Phòng, Vietnam.

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