On March 16, 1960, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration JA5018) operated by All Nippon Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Nagoya-Komaki, Japan during takeoff. 5 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A mid-air collision occurred between a departing C-47 and an F-86 Sabre during the takeoff roll. 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.
A mid-air collision involving a Japanese Air Self Defence Force F-86 Sabre and a C-47 resulted in the destruction of both aircraft and five fatalities.
What happened
During the initial stages of its takeoff roll, a C-47 was involved in a mid-air collision with a North American F-86 Sabre operated by the Japanese Air Self Defence Force. The impact occurred as the transport aircraft was beginning its departure sequence.
Following the collision, both aircraft lost control and subsequently crashed. The accident resulted in the deaths of five people who were aboard the C-47. The pilot of the F-86 Sabre survived the incident without injury. Both aircraft involved in the collision were completely destroyed during the crash.
Findings
The collision occurred while the transport aircraft was in the takeoff phase of flight.
The impact between the two aircraft led to a total loss of control for both crews.
Probable cause
A mid-air collision occurred between a departing C-47 and an F-86 Sabre during the takeoff roll.
What happened in the 16 Mar 1960 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Nagoya-Komaki, Japan?
A mid-air collision involving a Japanese Air Self Defence Force F-86 Sabre and a C-47 resulted in the destruction of both aircraft and five fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 16 Mar 1960 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Mar 1960 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration JA5018, operated by All Nippon Airways, at Nagoya-Komaki, Japan.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
A mid-air collision occurred between a departing C-47 and an F-86 Sabre during the takeoff roll.
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