Date & Time:
Jun 4, 1942
Type of aircraft:
Martin B-26 Marauder
Operator:
Registration:
40-1391
Flight Phase:
Landing (descent or approach)
Flight Type:
Military
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Midway - Midway
MSN:
1391
YOM:
1940
Country:
United States of America
Region:
North America
Crew on board:
8
Crew fatalities:
0
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
0
Other fatalities:
0
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
The crew was taking part to the Battle of Midway. While returning to the Midway Airport, the pilot was forced to complete the landing with the gear partially retracted. The aircraft skidded for several yards before coming to rest. All eight occupants were unhurt while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
Gear partially retracted on landing.
