55-3133
We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Safety history
- September 24, 1968AccidentHull loss
En route from Andersen AFB (GUam Island) to Hickam, Honolulu, the crew reported engine problems and the captain decided to divert to Wake Island Airport. On short final, the aircraft was too low and struck approach lights. On impact, the empennage was torn off and the aircraft crashed in flames. Eleven passengers were killed while 45 other occupants were rescued. The aircraft was destroyed. Probable cause (official findings): Engine problems in flight.