Crash of a Douglas A-26B Invader in Dorchester
Date & Time:
Nov 26, 1966 at 1310 LT
Operator:
Registration:
N3157G
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
27882
YOM:
1944
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total hours on type:
135.00
Circumstances:
While in cruising altitude, one of the engine failed while the second lost power. The crew decided to reduce his altitude and attempted an emergency landing on a beach located in Dorchester. The aircraft completed a wheels-up landing and came to rest into the sea. Both pilots were uninjured while the aircraft was lost.
Probable cause:
Powerplant failure for undetermined reason.
Final Report:
