JA8302

Safety history

• February 4, 1966AccidentHull loss

  While approaching Tokyo-Haneda Airport by night and in good weather conditions, at an altitude of about 2,000 feet, the three engine aircraft went out of control and crashed into the Tokyo Bay, about 12 km southeast of the airport. Lots of debris were quickly recovered as well as the tail that sank by a depth of 20 meters.

  Boeing 727-100 · 133 fatalities

  The exact cause of the accident could not be determined with certainty. It was reported that the pilot was in contact with ATC during the final approach and did not report any anomalies. Investigations did not reveal any technical issues with instruments or engines or any kind of explosion prior to the accident. Full accident record