Thirteen people survived the crash of a vintage C-47 military transport plane on Saturday at Burnet Airport, 20 miles northwest of Austin, Texas. The aircraft, the Bluebonnet Belle owned by the Commemorative Air Force, was departing for AirVenture 2018 in Oshkosh when the accident occurred during takeoff. The aircraft banked right on takeoff, before turning back left when the wing tip caught the ground. The aircraft was later destroyed by a post-crash fire.
No Fatalities Reported Following Vintage C-47 Crash in Texas
Key Takeaways:
- A vintage C-47 "Bluebonnet Belle" military transport plane crashed during takeoff at Burnet Airport, Texas, while en route to AirVenture 2018.
- All thirteen occupants survived the crash, with most sustaining non life-threatening injuries, though one person was severely burned.
- The aircraft, owned by the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), was destroyed by a post-crash fire and cannot be restored, marking a significant loss for the organization.
- The "Bluebonnet Belle" had a notable history, including over 75 missions in World War II and aid work for Hurricane Harvey.
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