Crash of a Douglas C-47B-10-DK Dakota C.4 near Thanchi: 14 killed
Date & Time:
Oct 23, 1945
Operator:
Registration:
KJ957
Survivors:
No
MSN:
14804/26249
YOM:
1944
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
12
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
14
Circumstances:
While cruising at an altitude of 14,000 feet, the aircraft went through a cumulonimbus area. It became uncontrollable, partially disintegrated in the air and crashed near Thanchi. All 14 occupants were killed.
Probable cause:
Heavy turbulence exceeded the design and certification of the aircraft that partially disintegrated in the air.
