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Uninjured Diversion and Gear-Up Landing at Osaka-Itami (JA6003)

Osaka-Itami, JapanLanding (descent or approach)

On April 10, 1962, a Douglas C-54 Skymaster (registration JA6003) operated by Japan Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Osaka-Itami, Japan during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

Aircraft diverted from Fukuoka to Osaka-Itami due to technical issues. It made a gear-up landing, slid, and was destroyed, but all 64 occupants escaped uninjured.

Incident Overview and Diversion Decision During a flight from Fukuoka to Tokyo-Haneda Airport, the crew reported technical problems and elected to divert to Osaka-Itami Airport. The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or date. ## Landing and Aftermath The crew completed a wheels-up landing at Osaka-Itami. The aircraft slid for several yards before coming to rest. All 64 occupants escaped without injury, while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. ## Safety Outcome The event resulted in no injuries among the occupants, although the aircraft was written off due to the extent of the damage.

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