Loss of aircraft during bombing mission to Pyongyang-Mirim Airport

4 fatalities • Pyongyang-Mirim, North Korea

An aircraft on a bombing mission from Daegu Airport was destroyed by anti-aircraft fire, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

What happened

On the evening of April 26, an aircraft departed from Daegu Airport at 19:20 local time. The flight was tasked with a bombing mission directed toward Pyongyang-Mirim Airport in North Korea.

During the nighttime approach to the designated target area, the aircraft encountered enemy defenses. The plane was struck by anti-aircraft fire, which led to its destruction and subsequent crash. There were no survivors of the incident, as all four crew members on board were killed during the event.

Findings

Official investigations concluded that the loss of the aircraft was a direct result of being shot down by enemy fire while operating in hostile airspace.

Probable cause

The aircraft was destroyed by anti-aircraft artillery during its approach to the target.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-04-27 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Pyongyang-Mirim, North Korea?

An aircraft on a bombing mission from Daegu Airport was destroyed by anti-aircraft fire, resulting in the deaths of all four crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-04-27 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1951-04-27 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-35974, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Pyongyang-Mirim, North Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was destroyed by anti-aircraft artillery during its approach to the target.

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