Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer crash, Jan 14, 1952 (12 killed)

Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer accident on January 14, 1952 near Atsugi NAS Kantō, Japan with 12 fatalities. Cause: Engine failure.

Two engines failed shortly after takeoff from Atsugi NAS during the initial climb. The Privateer stalled and crashed about 6 km east of the airfield, killing all 12 crew aboard.

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