No fatalities

Emergency Landing Leads to Aircraft Collision with Farmhouse Near Charlotte; Crew Uninjured (44-86919)

Charlotte, United States of AmericaFlight

On February 22, 1950, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration 44-86919) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Charlotte, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. 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.

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During an emergency landing in a prairie, an aircraft rolled into a farmhouse 6 miles south of Charlotte. The aircraft was destroyed, the farmhouse seriously damaged, but the crew escaped uninjured.

Incident

The crew of an aircraft encountered an unexpected situation while in flight, compelling them to attempt an emergency landing in a prairie. Following touchdown, the aircraft rolled for a few dozen yards before colliding with a farmhouse located approximately 6 miles south of Charlotte.

Damage and Injuries

The aircraft was destroyed in the impact, and the farmhouse sustained serious damage. Despite the severity of the crash, the crew escaped uninjured.

Context

No further details about the aircraft type, registration, or operator have been provided. The exact date and time of the occurrence remain unspecified. The contribution of Sam R. Stewart is acknowledged for providing images and information.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Feb 1950 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Charlotte, United States of America?

During an emergency landing in a prairie, an aircraft rolled into a farmhouse 6 miles south of Charlotte. The aircraft was destroyed, the farmhouse seriously damaged, but the crew escaped uninjured.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Feb 1950 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Feb 1950 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration 44-86919, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Charlotte, United States of America.