Incident
Two United States Air Force C-119 transport aircraft were conducting a supply mission involving the aerial delivery of ammunition over the Inje District. The aircraft were flying side by side as they approached the designated drop zone. One of the aircraft, registration 49-0123, had a crew of seven. The other aircraft was registered as 48-0350.
Collision
During the approach, the aircraft 49-0123 was hit by US artillery fire. The projectile struck the tail of the aircraft, causing it to lose control. It then collided with the second aircraft, 48-0350. Both aircraft subsequently crashed.
Casualties
All eleven crew members on board the two aircraft were killed in the accident. The crew of the first aircraft included Sgt Floyd N. Alexander, 1st Lt Eric W. Anderson, 1st Lt John M. Gilbert, and S/Sgt Houston N. Rich.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the aircraft were mistakenly shot down by US artillery fire.