149809 — accident record & aircraft history

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Safety history

February 1, 1966Accident
While returning from a supply mission, the aircraft exploded in midair and crashed into the sea some 24 km off Đồng Hới. All six crew members were killed. Crew: 1st Lt. Albert Michael Prevost, Maj Richard Andrew Alm, G/Sgt Galen Francis Humphrey, Sgt Peter George Vlahakos, S/Sgt Donald Leroy Coates, S/Sgt Russell Burr Luker.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules · 12 fatalities
The exact cause of the accident could not be determined with certainty. It is possible the aircraft may have been shot down by enemy fire but this was not proven. A possible technical failure may occur in flight, causing the aircraft to explode. Full accident record