Crash of a Beechcraft Queen Air A80 in Concan
Date & Time:
Nov 22, 1967 at 1700 LT
Operator:
Registration:
N899Q
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
LD-46
YOM:
1962
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
4
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total hours on type:
380.00
Circumstances:
On final approach to Concan-Angermiller Airport, the twin engine aircraft struck power cables, stalled and crashed in flames in an open field short of runway. The aircraft was destroyed and all five occupants were injured.
Probable cause:
The pilot failed to see and avoid unmarked TV cable.
Final Report:
