4 fatalities

Fatal aircraft accident near Kaohsiung (2219)

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On May 25, 1996, a Grumman S-2 Tracker (registration 2219) operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan) was involved in an aviation accident near Kaohsiung, Taiwan in flight. 4 people were killed. 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.

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An aircraft crashed under unknown circumstances near Kaohsiung, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred in the vicinity of Kaohsiung involving an aircraft of undetermined type. The incident took place during a period of unknown circumstances, as the specific sequence of events leading to the impact has not been established. The aircraft crashed in the area, resulting in a total of four fatalities. The occupants of the aircraft included two pilots and two officers.

Findings

At this time, the specific reasons for the crash remain unconfirmed. There is currently no information available regarding the flight phase or the specific mechanical or environmental conditions present at the time of the accident. The investigation has not yet released details regarding the unknown circumstances surrounding the loss of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 May 1996 Grumman S-2 Tracker accident near Kaohsiung, Taiwan?

An aircraft crashed under unknown circumstances near Kaohsiung, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 25 May 1996 Grumman S-2 Tracker accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 May 1996 involved a Grumman S-2 Tracker, registration 2219, operated by Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan), at Kaohsiung, Taiwan.