Aircraft damage during approach to Quảng Ngãi Airport

No fatalities • Quảng Ngãi, Vietnam • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft sustained heavy damage from ground fire while approaching Quảng Ngãi Airport, resulting in a belly landing and the destruction of the plane.

What happened

During the final approach phase toward Quảng Ngãi Airport, the aircraft was struck by enemy fire. Following the impact, the pilot initiated an emergency descent to lower the altitude of the plane. The flight concluded with a belly landing in a nearby field.

Upon contact with the ground, the aircraft caught fire and was subsequently destroyed. Despite the intensity of the flames and the nature of the crash, there were zero fatalities or injuries reported among the occupants.

Findings

  • The aircraft sustained structural damage due to incoming projectiles.
  • The primary factor in the accident was that the plane was shot down by enemy fire during its approach.

Probable cause

The aircraft was struck by enemy ground fire while on approach to the airport.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-06-11 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Quảng Ngãi, Vietnam?

An aircraft sustained heavy damage from ground fire while approaching Quảng Ngãi Airport, resulting in a belly landing and the destruction of the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-06-11 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 1967-06-11 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration B-827, operated by Air America, at Quảng Ngãi, Vietnam.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft was struck by enemy ground fire while on approach to the airport.

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