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Takeoff Collision with Bulldozer at Đắk Tô Airport (57-0467)

Đắk Tô, VietnamTakeoff (climb)

On October 12, 1967, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 57-0467) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Đắk Tô, Vietnam during takeoff. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision during takeoff with a ground vehicle (bulldozer). 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

An aircraft collided with a bulldozer during takeoff from Đắk Tô Airport. The driver was killed, but the crew completed the takeoff and landed safely at Cam Ranh Bay Airport. The aircraft was later declared damaged beyond repair.

Incident Overview During a takeoff from Đắk Tô Airport, an aircraft collided with a bulldozer on the ground. The driver of the bulldozer was killed in the collision. Despite the impact, the flight crew was able to continue the takeoff procedure and subsequently landed at Cam Ranh Bay Airport without further problems. Following the incident, the aircraft was assessed and considered damaged beyond repair. ## Official Findings The official investigation identified the probable cause as a collision during takeoff with a ground vehicle, specifically a bulldozer. The source does not provide details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or specific location beyond the named airports.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Oct 1967 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Đắk Tô, Vietnam?

An aircraft collided with a bulldozer during takeoff from Đắk Tô Airport. The driver was killed, but the crew completed the takeoff and landed safely at Cam Ranh Bay Airport. The aircraft was later declared damaged beyond repair.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Oct 1967 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Oct 1967 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 57-0467, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Đắk Tô, Vietnam.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Collision during takeoff with a ground vehicle (bulldozer).

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