Aircraft Accident During Return from Flare-Dropping Mission (56-4383)

Incident Overview and Outcome An aircraft was returning to Gia Vuc following a flare-dropping mission. After touchdown, the aircraft went out of control, veered off the runway, and eventually collided with barracks. All four crew members were unhurt, while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. ## Official Probable Cause The official investigation identified the probable cause as the failure of the reverse pitch mechanism on one engine after landing. ## Operational Context The incident occurred during the return phase of a flare-dropping mission, with the aircraft having completed its mission and been on approach to Gia Vuc. The accident resulted in no injuries to the crew but total loss of the aircraft.