On April 28, 1992, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 64-0501) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Blewett Falls Lake, United States of America in flight. 9 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.
A four-engine aircraft departed Pope AFB for a training mission carrying nine crew members. The plane lost control and crashed into Blewett Falls Lake, resulting in the deaths of all occupants.
What happened
A flight consisting of a four-engine aircraft departed Pope Air Force Base to conduct a routine training exercise. The aircraft was carrying a total of nine crew members on board at the time of departure. During the mission, the airplane experienced a loss of control. The out-of-control aircraft subsequently crashed into Blewett Falls Lake, located approximately 80 kilometers southwest of the departure airfield.
Findings
The incident resulted in the fatalities of all nine occupants aboard the aircraft. The specific mechanical or operational reasons for the loss of control remain unknown based on the available source data.
What happened in the 28 Apr 1992 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident near Blewett Falls Lake, United States of America?
A four-engine aircraft departed Pope AFB for a training mission carrying nine crew members. The plane lost control and crashed into Blewett Falls Lake, resulting in the deaths of all occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Apr 1992 Lockheed C-130 Hercules accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 9 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Apr 1992 involved a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, registration 64-0501, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Blewett Falls Lake, United States of America.
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