58-0718 — routes, history & safety record

FlightFinder has no observed route profile for this registration. The documented safety events below are available independently of live flight tracking.

Safety history

October 6, 1969Accident
While flying in the vicinity of Chu Lai, the airplane exploded in mid-air and crashed in a field, killing all five crew members. Crew: Maj Robert Hayes, Cpt Bruce Cardy, 1st Lt Wendell Curry, S/Sgt Isaac Corbett, S/Sgt Norman Sweat.
Lockheed C-130 Hercules · 5 fatalities
The exact cause of the explosion remains unknown but there was strong possibility of the aircraft having been a victim of sabotage. Full accident record