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Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash During Approach (N9867)

Kent-J. D. Ranch Strip, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 29, 1972, a Beechcraft 80 Queen Air (registration N9867) operated by Polaris Leasing Corp. was involved in an aviation accident near Kent-J. D. Ranch Strip, United States of America during landing or approach. 4 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot failed to maintain flying speed, causing the aircraft to stall. The aircraft was apparently turning from base leg to final approach and was in a clean configuration. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in flames while the pilot was completing a turn to reach the approach path. The aircraft was destroyed, and all four occupants were killed.

Incident Overview and Outcome During a final turn intended to align with the approach path, a twin-engine aircraft experienced a stall and crashed in flames. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. All four individuals on board were killed in the incident. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or location. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the pilot failed to maintain flying speed, which caused the aircraft to stall. At the time of the incident, the aircraft was apparently turning from the base leg to the final approach and was in a clean configuration.

Probable cause

The pilot failed to maintain flying speed, causing the aircraft to stall. The aircraft was apparently turning from base leg to final approach and was in a clean configuration.
Aerodynamic stall

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Dec 1972 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident near Kent-J. D. Ranch Strip, United States of America?

A twin-engine aircraft crashed in flames while the pilot was completing a turn to reach the approach path. The aircraft was destroyed, and all four occupants were killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Dec 1972 Beechcraft 80 Queen Air accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Dec 1972 involved a Beechcraft 80 Queen Air, registration N9867, operated by Polaris Leasing Corp., at Kent-J. D. Ranch Strip, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot failed to maintain flying speed, causing the aircraft to stall. The aircraft was apparently turning from base leg to final approach and was in a clean configuration.

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