Aircraft crash during approach to Lam Sơn Airfield

No fatalities • Lam Sơn, Vietnam • Landing (descent or approach)

A cargo flight operating from Biên Hòa ended in a crash near the runway threshold of Lam Sơn Airfield after an engine-related failure.

What happened

During a scheduled cargo operation departing from Biên Hòa, an aircraft was performing its final approach to Lam Sơn Airfield (V-214). As the flight neared the runway threshold, the pilot experienced a sudden loss of control. The aircraft impacted the ground several hundred meters short of the runway, resulting in a post-crash fire that consumed the airframe.

At the time of the accident, the pilot was the only person on board the aircraft. The impact and subsequent flames led to the total destruction of the plane. While the aircraft was lost, the pilot survived the event with injuries.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident identified a propeller malfunction occurring during the final approach phase as the primary factor leading to the loss of control.

Probable cause

A malfunction involving the propeller occurred while the aircraft was on final approach.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1973-10-30 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident near Lam Sơn, Vietnam?

A cargo flight operating from Biên Hòa ended in a crash near the runway threshold of Lam Sơn Airfield after an engine-related failure.

Were there any fatalities in the 1973-10-30 Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter) accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1973-10-30 involved a Pilatus PC-6 (Porter & Turbo Porter), registration N392R, operated by Air America, at Lam Sơn, Vietnam.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

A malfunction involving the propeller occurred while the aircraft was on final approach.

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