Engine failure during supply mission leads to crash landing in Kampong Aur

No fatalities • Kampong Aur, Malaysia • Landing (descent or approach)

A supply aircraft experienced a left engine failure while on final approach to a Malaysian police station, resulting in a crash landing and several injuries.

What happened

During a routine logistics operation intended to resupply the Malaysian Police station located at Kampong Aur, an aircraft experienced a critical mechanical failure. While the crew was performing the final approach phase of the flight, the left engine ceased functioning properly.

This loss of power forced the aircraft into a crash landing within a nearby field. The impact was severe enough that both engines and the undercarriage were completely severed from the airframe. Despite the intensity of the accident, there were no fatalities among those on board. All eight occupants sustained slight injuries during the event.

Findings

The investigation into the incident concluded that the primary factor leading to the crash was the failure of the left engine while the aircraft was maneuvering for landing.

Probable cause

The loss of power in the left engine during the final approach phase caused the accident.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-12-20 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Kampong Aur, Malaysia?

A supply aircraft experienced a left engine failure while on final approach to a Malaysian police station, resulting in a crash landing and several injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-12-20 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 1950-12-20 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration A65-66, operated by Royal Australian Air Force - RAAF, at Kampong Aur, Malaysia.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of power in the left engine during the final approach phase caused the accident.

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