43-48636

We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.

Safety history

  • February 4, 1973Accident

    The aircraft departed Ubon Ratchathani AFB on a survey flight over the Ho Chi minh Trail to locate tanks. While flying at low height by night, the airplane was shot down by enemy fire and crashed in an isolated area located 56 km southeast of Salavan. The wreckage was found two days later and all eight occupants were killed. Crew: Cpt George Ross Spitz, 1st Lt Robert Edward Bernhardt, Cpt Arthur Ray Bollinger, 2nd Lt Severo James Primm, S/Sgt Todd Michael Melton, Sgt Dale Brandenburg, Sgt Peter

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