On June 29, 1950, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration 44-34339) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Munsan, South Korea in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft was downed by a combination of artillery fire and collision with power cables during a combat mission. 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.
An aircraft crashed during a bombing mission targeting a railway north of Seoul after being struck by anti-aircraft fire and power lines.
What happened
During an aerial mission intended to strike a railroad infrastructure located to the north of Seoul, an aircraft was engaged by ground fire. While performing its bombing run, the plane was struck by artillery shells. Following this impact, the aircraft collided with overhead power cables.
The subsequent crash resulted in the loss of both crew members on board. There were 2 fatalities recorded during the incident.
Findings
The aircraft sustained direct hits from shells during its mission.
Contact with electrical power lines contributed to the loss of control and the final impact.
Probable cause
The aircraft was downed by a combination of artillery fire and collision with power cables during a combat mission.
What happened in the 29 Jun 1950 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Munsan, South Korea?
An aircraft crashed during a bombing mission targeting a railway north of Seoul after being struck by anti-aircraft fire and power lines.
Were there any fatalities in the 29 Jun 1950 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 Jun 1950 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration 44-34339, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Munsan, South Korea.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The aircraft was downed by a combination of artillery fire and collision with power cables during a combat mission.
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