No fatalities

Twin-Engine Aircraft Runway Excursion During Takeoff (N213X)

Sint Maarten-Princess Juliana, Dutch AntillesTakeoff (climb)

On March 21, 1967, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration N213X) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Sint Maarten-Princess Juliana, Dutch Antilles during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined with certainty. 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.

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 veered off the runway during the takeoff roll, resulting in substantial damage. The sole pilot was uninjured, and the exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined.

Incident Overview During the takeoff roll, a twin-engine aircraft lost control and veered off the runway, eventually coming to rest. The aircraft was owned by Robert von Grimm and sustained damage beyond repair. The pilot, who was the sole occupant on board, was uninjured in the incident. ## Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined with certainty. No specific mechanical failure, pilot error, or environmental factor was identified as the definitive cause of the accident. The investigation focused on the circumstances surrounding the takeoff roll and the subsequent loss of control, but the available evidence was insufficient to establish a conclusive cause.

Probable cause

The exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined with certainty.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Mar 1967 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Sint Maarten-Princess Juliana, Dutch Antilles?

A twin-engine aircraft veered off the runway during the takeoff roll, resulting in substantial damage. The sole pilot was uninjured, and the exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Mar 1967 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Mar 1967 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration N213X, operated by Private United States of America, at Sint Maarten-Princess Juliana, Dutch Antilles.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact cause of the loss of control could not be determined with certainty.