6 fatalities

Twin-engine aircraft crash in Saxe, Virginia (41-1873)

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On June 30, 1943, a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor (registration 41-1873) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Saxe, United States of America in flight. 6 people were killed. 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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A twin-engine military aircraft crashed while en route from Fort Benning to Bolling Air Force Base, resulting in the deaths of all six occupants on board.

What happened

The incident involved a twin engine airplane operating under military command. The flight was proceeding en route from Fort Benning AFB to its destination at Bolling AFB. During this leg of the journey, the aircraft crashed in the area of Saxe, Virginia. The specific circumstances leading to the impact were not identified in the available records.

All six individuals on board the aircraft perished in the accident. The crew consisted of five officers and one non-commissioned officer, including a Colonel, two Lieutenant Colonels, a Major, and a Staff Sergeant. No survivors were reported from this event.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Jun 1943 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident near Saxe, United States of America?

A twin-engine military aircraft crashed while en route from Fort Benning to Bolling Air Force Base, resulting in the deaths of all six occupants on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Jun 1943 Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 6 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Jun 1943 involved a Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor, registration 41-1873, operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947), at Saxe, United States of America.