On March 19, 1979, a Beechcraft 65 Queen Air (registration N70GC) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Arcadia, United States of America during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Stall following engine failure for unknown reasons. The following findings were reported: - Powerplant failure for undetermined reasons, - Complete failure two engines, - Forced landing off airport on land, - Fire after impact, - Marijuana stakeout. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A twin-engine airplane stalled and crashed in flames while in a night traffic pattern, killing both occupants. The probable cause is a stall following engine failure of undetermined reasons, with complete failure of both engines.
Accident Overview
A twin-engine airplane was operating in a traffic pattern at night when it stalled and subsequently crashed, resulting in a post-impact fire. Both occupants were killed in the accident.
Probable Cause and Findings
The official probable cause of the accident was a stall following an engine failure for unknown reasons. The investigation reported the following findings:
Powerplant failure for undetermined reasons
Complete failure of both engines
Forced landing off airport on land
Fire after impact
Marijuana stakeout
The exact cause of the engine failure could not be determined.