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.