We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.
After touchdown in Iwakuni AFB, the aircraft went out of control and veered off runway to the right. While contacting soft ground, the undercarriage were sheared off and the aircraft slid for several yards before coming to rest with its left wing crumpled. There were no casualties but the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. Probable cause (official findings): After landing, the copilot inadvertently opened the right throttle and left cowl flap instead of both cowl flaps.
Curtiss C-46 Commando