Douglas A-26 Invader crash, May 17, 1953 (2 killed), Nort...
Douglas A-26 Invader accident on May 17, 1953 near North Korea with 2 fatalities. Cause: Shot down by antiaircraft fire..
- Date: May 17, 1953
- Aircraft: Douglas A-26 Invader
- Location: North Korea
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Shot down by antiaircraft fire.
A United States Air Force A 26 Invader was shot down by antiaircraft fire over North Korea on 17 May 1953. After its right engine was hit and caught fire, the aircraft dove into the ground. Two of the four crew were killed, and two are believed to have bailed out.