No fatalities

1968-06-25: Lockheed C-130 Hercules (62-1861) — United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) — Tây Ninh, Vietnam

Tây Ninh, VietnamLanding (descent or approach)

On June 25, 1968, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 62-1861) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Tây Ninh, Vietnam during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Shut down by enemy fire. 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)Primary reportUpdated 1781238671Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft was hit by enemy fire shortly after takeoff from Katum Airfield. The pilot diverted to Tây Ninh Airfield, but the left wing caught fire and the left main gear remained retracted upon landing. All five crew members escaped uninjured, but the aircraft was destroyed by fire.

Incident

Shortly after departing from Katum Airfield, the aircraft came under enemy fire. The pilot decided to change course and proceed to Tây Ninh Airfield for an emergency landing. During the diversion, engine number one caught fire. The aircraft was shot down, and its propeller was feathered.

Emergency Landing

Upon arrival at Tây Ninh Airfield, the left wing was observed to be on fire. The left main landing gear remained in the retracted position during the landing. The aircraft came to a stop on the runway.

Aftermath

After the aircraft came to rest, it was subsequently destroyed by fire. All five crew members aboard evacuated the aircraft and escaped without injury.

Probable cause

Shut down by enemy fire.