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Aircraft Stalls and Crashes After Liftoff; Three Passengers Killed (N9507Z)

Farmington, United States of AmericaTakeoff (climb)

On September 8, 1967, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration N9507Z) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Farmington, United States of America during takeoff. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: At the time of the accident, the total weight of the aircraft was 220 lbs above the MTOW. The pilot failed to prepare the flight properly and did not take into consideration the high density altitude of 7,100 feet. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After liftoff, the airplane struggled to gain height. The pilot increased engine power, but the aircraft stalled and crashed near the runway end. Three passengers were killed and five others injured.

Accident Summary

Shortly after liftoff, the airplane experienced difficulty gaining altitude. The pilot responded by increasing engine power, but the aircraft subsequently stalled and impacted the ground near the end of the runway.

Casualties

Three passengers sustained fatal injuries, while five other occupants were injured in the accident.

Probable Cause

According to the official investigation, the accident's probable cause was a combination of factors: the aircraft's total weight exceeded the maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) by 220 pounds, the pilot failed to properly prepare for the flight, and insufficient consideration was given to the high density altitude of 7,100 feet.

Aerodynamic stall

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Sept 1967 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Farmington, United States of America?

After liftoff, the airplane struggled to gain height. The pilot increased engine power, but the aircraft stalled and crashed near the runway end. Three passengers were killed and five others injured.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Sept 1967 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Sept 1967 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration N9507Z, operated by Private United States of America, at Farmington, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

At the time of the accident, the total weight of the aircraft was 220 lbs above the MTOW. The pilot failed to prepare the flight properly and did not take into consideration the high density altitude of 7,100 feet.

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