No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash during landing (N64R)

El Llano de los Vela, MexicoLanding (descent or approach)

On May 3, 1975, a Beechcraft D18 (registration N64R) operated by Virgil A. Kelley Jr. was involved in an aviation accident near El Llano de los Vela, Mexico during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine airplane lost control while attempting to land, resulting in a crash with no injuries reported to the pilot.

What happened

During the final stages of flight, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control while transitioning to the ground. The aircraft was in the process of landing when it veered off its intended path and struck the ground.

At the time of the accident, the aircraft was occupied by only one person. Despite the impact of the crash, the pilot remained on board the wreckage and was found to be uninjured following the event.

Findings

The specific mechanical or environmental factors that led to the loss of control during the landing phase have not yet been detailed in the available reports.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 May 1975 Beechcraft D18 accident near El Llano de los Vela, Mexico?

A twin-engine airplane lost control while attempting to land, resulting in a crash with no injuries reported to the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 3 May 1975 Beechcraft D18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 May 1975 involved a Beechcraft D18, registration N64R, operated by Virgil A. Kelley Jr., at El Llano de los Vela, Mexico.