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Aircraft fire following runway excursion (44-35308)

Pohang, South KoreaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 20, 1951, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration 44-35308) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Pohang, South Korea during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft lost directional control during the landing phase, leading to a runway excursion and subsequent 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft lost control during its landing roll, veering off the runway and catching fire, resulting in the total loss of the airframe.

What happened

During the landing phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of directional control. After touching down, the plane veered away from the designated runway path and exited the paved surface. The excursion resulted in the aircraft coming to a stop in an area where it was subsequently consumed by flames.

Despite the intensity of the fire, all four crew members were successfully rescued from the wreckage. However, the impact and subsequent blaze led to the total destruction of the aircraft.

Findings

  • The aircraft drifted off the runway during the landing roll.
  • A post-accident fire caused the complete loss of the airframe.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control during the landing phase, leading to a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Apr 1951 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Pohang, South Korea?

An aircraft lost control during its landing roll, veering off the runway and catching fire, resulting in the total loss of the airframe.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Apr 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 20 Apr 1951 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-35308, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Pohang, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control during the landing phase, leading to a runway excursion and subsequent fire.

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