Fatal aircraft crash near airbase during approach

5 fatalities • McGuire AFB (Fort Dix), United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft crashed approximately half a mile south of an airbase while performing its final approach in heavy fog, resulting in five fatalities.

What happened

While executing the final approach phase of flight, the aircraft struck the ground in an area located roughly half a mile south of the airbase. The incident occurred amidst significant visibility restrictions caused by foggy weather conditions.

As a result of the impact, there were five fatalities recorded among the passengers on board. No other injury counts or specific details regarding the crew were provided in the initial report.

Findings

  • The flight was operating in foggy conditions during the approach.
  • The aircraft impacted the terrain during its final descent toward the airfield.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck the ground during a final approach conducted in low-visibility fog.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1951-07-01 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near McGuire AFB (Fort Dix), United States of America?

An aircraft crashed approximately half a mile south of an airbase while performing its final approach in heavy fog, resulting in five fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1951-07-01 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 1951-07-01 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 43-15144, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at McGuire AFB (Fort Dix), United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck the ground during a final approach conducted in low-visibility fog.

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