Investigation into 2019 F-16C accident at Kunsan Air Base completed

The investigation into the crash of a U.S. Air Force F-16C on Dec. 2, 2019 at Kunsan Air Base, South Korea has been completed, Pacific Air Forces announced on Apr. 29.

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 35th Fighter Squadron “Pantons” prepares to take-off for a routine training flight at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 10, 2019. The 35th FS performs counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. The squadron employs a full range of the latest state-of-the-art precision ordnance, day or night, in all weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

Investigators found that the mishap was caused by a failure of the right main landing gear downlock actuator which caused the right main landing gear to collapse during landing.

This is a known issue for F-16C/D models with Blocks 40/42/50/52 and is addressed by Time Compliance Technical Order 1F-16-2855. Following the incident, the 8th Fighter Wing implemented this Technical Order to ensure the future safety of its airmen and fleet.

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