Crash of a Douglas C-47A Dakota III near Deelen AFB: 1 killed
Date & Time:
Sep 19, 1944
Operator:
Registration:
KG428
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
12463
YOM:
1944
Crew on board:
4
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
4
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
1
Circumstances:
En route, the twin engine aircraft was attacked by the German Flak. The crew decided to attempt an emergency at Deelen AFB but the aircraft crashed in flames in a field. A passenger was killed.
Probable cause:
Shot down by the German Flak.
