On December 28, 1940, a Mitsubishi MC-20 (registration J-BGON) operated by Dai Nippon Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near Chiba, Japan in flight. 13 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft conducting a local test flight for the Japan Civil Aviation Authority crashed into Tokyo Bay off Chiba, resulting in the deaths of all 13 occupants on board.
What happened
The incident occurred during a local test flight conducted on behalf of the Japan Civil Aviation Authority. The aircraft departed from Tokyo and was operating in the airspace off Chiba when it experienced a loss of control. Following this event, the plane crashed into the Bay of Tokyo. There were no survivors; all 13 occupants perished in the accident.
Findings
The source material does not provide specific technical findings or contributing factors regarding the loss of control. However, the crash resulted in a total loss of life for everyone on board, including senior aviation officials.
What happened in the 28 Dec 1940 Mitsubishi MC-20 accident near Chiba, Japan?
An aircraft conducting a local test flight for the Japan Civil Aviation Authority crashed into Tokyo Bay off Chiba, resulting in the deaths of all 13 occupants on board.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Dec 1940 Mitsubishi MC-20 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 13 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Dec 1940 involved a Mitsubishi MC-20, registration J-BGON, operated by Dai Nippon Airlines, at Chiba, Japan.
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