Engine failure leads to power line collision during training flight

No fatalities • Burley, United States of America • Flight

An engine failure during a training mission resulted in an aircraft striking power lines and crashing into a pasture, though all occupants survived.

What happened

During a scheduled training mission, the crew experienced an unexpected loss of power due to an engine failure while airborne. In response to the mechanical malfunction, the pilot in command initiated an emergency descent to attempt a landing.

As the aircraft descended, it collided with overhead power lines. The impact forced the plane into a pasture, where the wreckage was located. Despite the severity of the collision and the subsequent crash, there were no injuries reported among the four crew members on board. The aircraft, however, sustained damage that resulted in it being written off.

Findings

Investigations into the incident determined that the primary factor leading to the accident was an engine failure during the flight phase.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a mechanical engine failure during a training flight.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-05-17 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Burley, United States of America?

An engine failure during a training mission resulted in an aircraft striking power lines and crashing into a pasture, though all occupants survived.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-05-17 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 1950-05-17 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 43-49267, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Burley, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a mechanical engine failure during a training flight.

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