Undetermined cause of crash landing involving unidentified aircraft

No fatalities • Hoengseong AFB, South Korea • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft underwent a crash landing for reasons that remain unconfirmed, resulting in the total loss of the airframe but no loss of life.

What happened

An aviation incident occurred involving an aircraft that resulted in a crash landing. The specific circumstances leading to the descent and subsequent impact are currently unknown, as no definitive reason for the event has been established.

During the landing sequence, the aircraft sustained damage that led to it being written off. Despite the severity of the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board during the incident. Following the accident, the airframe was removed from service and subsequently utilized for the purpose of providing spare parts.

Findings

The precise cause of the crash landing remains undetermined at this time.

Probable cause

The cause of the crash landing has not been identified.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1952-02-11 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Hoengseong AFB, South Korea?

An aircraft underwent a crash landing for reasons that remain unconfirmed, resulting in the total loss of the airframe but no loss of life.

Were there any fatalities in the 1952-02-11 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 1952-02-11 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 45-0932, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Hoengseong AFB, South Korea.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the crash landing has not been identified.

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