54-4039
We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Safety history
- November 6, 1961Accident
The Neptune was conducting a low level penetration flight over the Chinese province of Shandong when it was shot down by an SA-2 Guideline missile. Out of control, it crashed in a prairie, killing all 14 occupants. Probable cause (official findings): Shot down.