Aircraft crash near Don Mueang Airport following engine failure

4 fatalities • Bangkok-Don Mueang, Thailand • Takeoff (climb)

An aircraft crashed in a field near Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport during its initial climb phase after experiencing an engine malfunction.

What happened

During the departure phase from Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok, an aircraft experienced a mechanical failure involving the starboard engine. The incident occurred shortly after the plane had departed the runway and was in its climbing stage.

In response to the loss of power on one side, the pilot initiated an attempt to fly back toward the airport for an emergency landing. However, during this maneuver, the aircraft entered a stall. The subsequent crash took place in a field situated approximately 500 meters from the runway threshold.

The accident resulted in four fatalities and left 14 injuries among the people on board.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the primary factor was the failure of the starboard engine immediately following takeoff.

Probable cause

The loss of power in the right-hand engine during the climb led to an aerodynamic stall during an attempted emergency return.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1954-10-11 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Bangkok-Don Mueang, Thailand?

An aircraft crashed in a field near Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport during its initial climb phase after experiencing an engine malfunction.

Were there any fatalities in the 1954-10-11 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1954-10-11 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration L2-10/96, operated by Royal Thai Air Force - Kong Thap Akat Thai, at Bangkok-Don Mueang, Thailand.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of power in the right-hand engine during the climb led to an aerodynamic stall during an attempted emergency return.

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