Aircraft overrun and fire following touchdown

No fatalities • Los Angeles, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft veered off the runway and caught fire after landing, resulting in the total loss of the airframe with no fatalities reported.

What happened

Upon completing its landing sequence, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control immediately following touchdown. The vehicle drifted from the designated runway surface and exited the paved area.

As the aircraft moved off the runway, it came to a stop in a state of combustion. While the resulting fire led to the total destruction of the aircraft, there were zero fatalities and no injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

  • The incident occurred during the landing phase of flight.
  • The primary factor was the loss of control following touchdown, which caused the excursion from the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft veered off the runway and ignited after losing directional control during the landing roll.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1950-02-10 Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident near Los Angeles, United States of America?

An aircraft veered off the runway and caught fire after landing, resulting in the total loss of the airframe with no fatalities reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 1950-02-10 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 1950-02-10 involved a Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3), registration 43-48457, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Los Angeles, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft veered off the runway and ignited after losing directional control during the landing roll.

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