Aircraft crash following combat damage during Korean War

No fatalities • Miho, Japan • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft sustained enemy fire during a mission in the Korean War, leading to a fatal loss of control upon landing at Miho Airport.

What happened

During an active mission in the Korean War, a twin-engine aircraft was struck by enemy ground or air fire. Despite sustaining damage from the engagement, the flight crew managed to navigate the aircraft away from the combat zone and proceed toward Miho Airport.

As the aircraft attempted to land at the airfield, it became uncontrollable. The subsequent crash resulted in the total destruction of the twin-engine plane. There were three injuries reported among the crew members following the impact.

Findings

  • The aircraft had been previously struck by enemy fire during its combat mission.
  • The loss of control occurred specifically during the landing phase.

Probable cause

The aircraft became uncontrollable during landing after having sustained damage from enemy fire during a combat mission.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-03-08 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Miho, Japan?

A twin-engine aircraft sustained enemy fire during a mission in the Korean War, leading to a fatal loss of control upon landing at Miho Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-03-08 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-03-08 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34572, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Miho, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft became uncontrollable during landing after having sustained damage from enemy fire during a combat mission.

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