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Aircraft Accident at Vinh Long Airstrip (54-0714)

Vĩnh Long, VietnamLanding (descent or approach)

On September 12, 1968, a Fairchild C-123 Provider (registration 54-0714) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Vĩnh Long, Vietnam during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: One of the propeller went into reverse due to a malfunction, causing the airplane to veer off runway. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

Following a landing at Vinh Long Airstrip, an aircraft experienced technical issues and veered off the runway. All three crew members escaped uninjured, and the aircraft was written off.

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft landed at Vinh Long Airstrip and subsequently encountered technical problems. The airplane lost control, veered off the runway, and came to rest. All three crew members escaped the incident uninjured, while the aircraft was written off. ## Official Probable Cause The official investigation determined that one of the propellers went into reverse due to a malfunction. This malfunction caused the airplane to veer off the runway, leading to the accident. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or exact location beyond the airstrip name.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Sept 1968 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident near Vĩnh Long, Vietnam?

Following a landing at Vinh Long Airstrip, an aircraft experienced technical issues and veered off the runway. All three crew members escaped uninjured, and the aircraft was written off.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Sept 1968 Fairchild C-123 Provider accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Sept 1968 involved a Fairchild C-123 Provider, registration 54-0714, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Vĩnh Long, Vietnam.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

One of the propeller went into reverse due to a malfunction, causing the airplane to veer off runway.

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