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Aircraft crash following obstacle strike during takeoff (XY-ADB)

Loi-Kaw, MyanmarTakeoff (climb)

On March 19, 1957, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) (registration XY-ADB) operated by Union of Burma Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Loi-Kaw, Myanmar during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck an obstacle during the initial climb phase, leading to a stall and subsequent fire. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after departing the runway, resulting in the destruction of the plane but no fatalities.

What happened

Shortly after the aircraft departed the runway, it collided with an obstacle. This impact caused the airplane to enter a stall condition, leading to a subsequent crash. Upon impact, the aircraft caught fire.

Despite the intensity of the flames and the total destruction of the airframe, all 23 occupants were able to evacuate the wreckage safely. There were no reported fatalities during the incident.

Findings

  • The sequence of events began with an obstacle strike immediately following liftoff.
  • The collision resulted in a loss of airspeed and aerodynamic lift, causing the aircraft to stall.

Probable cause

The aircraft struck an obstacle during the initial climb phase, leading to a stall and subsequent fire.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Mar 1957 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Loi-Kaw, Myanmar?

An aircraft crashed and caught fire shortly after departing the runway, resulting in the destruction of the plane but no fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Mar 1957 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 19 Mar 1957 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration XY-ADB, operated by Union of Burma Airways, at Loi-Kaw, Myanmar.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft struck an obstacle during the initial climb phase, leading to a stall and subsequent fire.

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