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Training accident at Hurlburt Field AFB

Hurlburt Field AFB, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On May 6, 1964, a Fairchild C-123 Provider operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Hurlburt Field AFB, United States of America during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft became uncontrollable during the final approach phase of a touch-and-go maneuver. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A training flight involving an aircraft performing touch-and-go maneuvers resulted in a crash near Hurlburt Field Air Force Base, causing multiple fatalities.

What happened

During a local training session conducted at Hurlburt Field Air Force Base, the crew was executing a series of touch-and-go maneuvers. While the aircraft was on its final approach to the runway, it became uncontrollable. The subsequent crash occurred approximately half a mile before reaching the runway threshold.

This accident resulted in four fatalities and left four others injured.

Findings

Investigation details regarding the specific mechanical or environmental triggers are not provided, though the loss of control during the approach phase was the primary event leading to the impact.

Probable cause

The aircraft became uncontrollable during the final approach phase of a touch-and-go maneuver.

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 May 1964 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident near Hurlburt Field AFB, United States of America?

A training flight involving an aircraft performing touch-and-go maneuvers resulted in a crash near Hurlburt Field Air Force Base, causing multiple fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 May 1964 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 May 1964 involved a Fairchild C-123 Provider, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Hurlburt Field AFB, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft became uncontrollable during the final approach phase of a touch-and-go maneuver.

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