What happened
Following its arrival at Long Tieng Airfield, a single engine airplane experienced a loss of control during the landing phase. The aircraft departed the runway surface and struck several containers of fuel.
The impact triggered multiple explosions that caused significant damage to the scene. Among the wreckage destroyed was a parked Fairchild C-123K Provider, which carried the registration 54-0613. Despite the intensity of the fire and the destruction of both aircraft, all five occupants on board the initial plane were able to evacuate without injury.
Findings
- The primary cause of the incident was the aircraft veering off the runway and striking fuel storage.
- The resulting explosions led to the total loss of the Fairchild C-123K Provider.