What happened
During a supply mission conducted for the Greek Expeditionary Force in Korea, an aircraft entered a fatal collision with terrain during its departure from Daegu Airport. The accident occurred while the plane was in its initial climb phase, immediately following takeoff. During this ascent, the aircraft struck a mountain slope, which led to the total destruction of the airframe.
There were five fatalities among the crew members on board. No other individuals were reported injured in the impact.
Findings
- The aircraft was operating as part of a logistics mission for the GEF.
- The collision occurred during the initial climb phase of flight.
- The impact with the mountainside resulted in the loss of all occupants and the complete destruction of the aircraft.