DefenseAn OA-1K Skyraider II operated by the US Air Force (SAF) executed a forced landing in a field near Oklahoma City at 14:42 local time on October 23. The incident occurred close to SE 119th Street and Sooner Road during a training mission. Both crew members, a USAF service member and a civilian contractor, were unharmed, according to reports.
The Oklahoma Air National Guard confirmed that no injuries were reported. Early reports indicate a possible engine failure, though the exact cause remains under investigation by military authorities.
The OA-1K Skyraider II is a modified version of the Air Tractor AT-802, widely used in agricultural aviation. The military variant can carry up to 6,000 pounds of munitions and operate at ranges up to 200 miles for missions lasting up to six hours.
The specific aircraft involved in the incident bears serial number 22-0009. The OA-1K serves in roles requiring long endurance and payload flexibility, supporting special operations and other mission profiles.
The US Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) plans to acquire a total of 75 OA-1K Skyraider II units.
Deliveries and operational testing are ongoing as the program progresses through initial fielding and evaluation.
