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Barksdale AFB Training Sortie Ends in Crash (44-27264)

Barksdale AFB, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 21, 1951, a Boeing B-29 Superfortress (registration 44-27264) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Barksdale AFB, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure on final approach. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A heavy bomber named 'Wild Goose' crashed short of the runway at Barksdale AFB during a local training sortie after an engine failure on final approach. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview During a local training sortie at Barksdale Air Force Base, a heavy bomber experienced an engine failure while on final approach. The aircraft, which was christened 'Wild Goose,' subsequently stalled and crashed short of the runway threshold. ## Outcome The incident resulted in no casualties. However, the aircraft was destroyed in the crash. The official investigation identified the probable cause as an engine failure on final approach. The source does not specify the exact aircraft type, registration, date, or operator beyond the description of a heavy bomber at Barksdale AFB.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Nov 1951 Boeing B-29 Superfortress accident near Barksdale AFB, United States of America?

A heavy bomber named 'Wild Goose' crashed short of the runway at Barksdale AFB during a local training sortie after an engine failure on final approach. No casualties were reported, but the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Nov 1951 Boeing B-29 Superfortress accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Nov 1951 involved a Boeing B-29 Superfortress, registration 44-27264, operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947), at Barksdale AFB, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Engine failure on final approach

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