On July 25, 1985, a Cessna 170B (registration N3160B) was involved in an aviation accident near Chicago(l.mich), IL. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Piper Aztec crashed into Lake Michigan on the night of July 25, 1987. The pilot and a passenger both died from traumatic injuries after the aircraft sank.
What happened
During the night of July 25 to 26, an aircraft impacted Lake Michigan. The exact time of the crash remains unknown. Weather conditions at the location were not recorded or available for review.
The passenger was recovered from the water the following morning. Along with the body, investigators retrieved two crushed front seats and two buckled interior side panels from the lake. The pilot was recovered from the lake eleven days after the incident.
Both individuals succumbed to multiple traumatic injuries resulting from the impact. The aircraft was not recovered from the water.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 25 Jul 1985 Cessna 170B accident near Chicago(l.mich), IL?
A Piper Aztec crashed into Lake Michigan on the night of July 25, 1987. The pilot and a passenger both died from traumatic injuries after the aircraft sank.
Were there any fatalities in the 25 Jul 1985 Cessna 170B accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Jul 1985 involved a Cessna 170B, registration N3160B, at Chicago(l.mich), IL.
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