What happened
Following a routine flight departing from Kelly AFB, an aircraft was performing its approach to Fort Campbell Air Force Base. During this final phase of flight, the aircraft struck a hill situated approximately 3.9 miles before reaching the runway. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the plane.
Findings
- There were five fatalities among the crew members on board.
- Investigations indicated that the crew did not recognize that the plane was at an inadequate altitude during the descent.
- The primary factor in the accident was a failure to maintain sufficient altitude while approaching the airfield.