On December 18, 1984, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) operated by Royal Thai Navy - Kong Thap Ruea Thai was involved in an aviation accident near Songkhla, Thailand during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the crash during the takeoff phase remains unknown. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed while attempting to take off, resulting in a post-crash fire and serious injuries to the crew.
What happened
During the initial phase of flight, an aircraft was involved in an accident while performing a takeoff maneuver. The exact circumstances leading to the loss of control remain undetermined at this time. Following the impact with the ground, a significant fire broke out, which led to the total destruction of the airframe.
Findings
The incident resulted in two serious injuries sustained by the crew members on board.
The primary factor contributing to the severity of the accident was the post-crash fire that consumed the wreckage.
The specific mechanical or operational reasons for the crash during the takeoff roll have not yet been established.
Probable cause
The cause of the crash during the takeoff phase remains unknown.