We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
Three minutes after its takeoff from runway 04 at Roi-Namur-Dyess Airport, while in initial climb by night, the four engine aircraft stalled and crashed into the sea some 2,5 km off shore. The aircraft sank by few hundred yards and all 26 occupants were killed. Only few debris were found. Probable cause (official findings): Investigations were unable to determine the exact cause of the accident. Nevertheless, investigators pinpointed the following findings: - The captain was distracted while th
Douglas C-54 Skymaster · 26 fatalities