On December 26, 1945, a Lockheed C-60 LodeStar (registration F-BALV) operated by Air France was involved in an aviation accident near Bangui, Central African Republic in flight. 8 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 twin-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area approximately 60 km west of Bangui Airport after losing control. All eight occupants, including the crew and passengers, were killed in the incident.
What happened
The twin-engine aircraft experienced a loss of control during its flight path. The machine subsequently crashed into a densely wooded area situated roughly 60 kilometers to the west of Bangui Airport. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe and immediate fatality for everyone on board.
All eight individuals present in the aircraft were killed in the accident. Among the deceased was Prince Vinh San of Vietnam. The flight crew consisted of three members: the pilot, a radio navigator, and a flight engineer. No survivors were reported from this incident.
What happened in the 26 Dec 1945 Lockheed C-60 LodeStar accident near Bangui, Central African Republic?
A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a wooded area approximately 60 km west of Bangui Airport after losing control. All eight occupants, including the crew and passengers, were killed in the incident.
Were there any fatalities in the 26 Dec 1945 Lockheed C-60 LodeStar accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Dec 1945 involved a Lockheed C-60 LodeStar, registration F-BALV, operated by Air France, at Bangui, Central African Republic.
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