No fatalities

Aircraft damage following landing at Bangkok-Don Mueang Airport (L2-34/13)

Bangkok-Don Mueang, ThailandLanding (descent or approach)

On February 8, 1988, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration L2-34/13) operated by Royal Thai Air Force - Kong Thap Akat Thai was involved in an aviation accident near Bangkok-Don Mueang, Thailand during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the landing accident remains unknown. 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.

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An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing during its landing phase at Bangkok-Don Mueang Airport; no injuries were reported.

What happened

During an arrival at Bangkok-Don Mueang Airport, an aircraft was involved in a ground accident. The event occurred while the aircraft was in the landing phase of flight. Upon touchdown, the plane crashed, resulting in structural damage that rendered the airframe a total loss.

Despite the impact, there were no fatalities or injuries recorded among those on board. The incident concluded with the aircraft being declared damaged beyond repair.

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash remain unidentified at this time, as the cause of the accident has not yet been determined.

Probable cause

The cause of the landing accident remains unknown.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Feb 1988 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Bangkok-Don Mueang, Thailand?

An aircraft sustained significant damage after crashing during its landing phase at Bangkok-Don Mueang Airport; no injuries were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Feb 1988 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Feb 1988 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration L2-34/13, operated by Royal Thai Air Force - Kong Thap Akat Thai, at Bangkok-Don Mueang, Thailand.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the landing accident remains unknown.