Incident Overview
A heavy bomber suffered an engine fire during flight. Shortly after the fire started, the aircraft exploded in mid-air and subsequently crashed. The accident resulted in the deaths of all 13 crew members aboard.
Crew Members
The crew members who lost their lives were: 1st Lt Forrest B. Angstman, Cpt Leroy E. Aschenbrenner, Cpt Osbaldo Garza, T/Sgt Leroy A. Haney, A2c Lloyd W. Ingrim, A2c Michael L. Jacobs, Cpt David Meredith, A2c David E. Miles, Cpt Paul C. Ross, A2c Clifton E. Scites, A2c Charles O. Spain, T/Sgt Keith D. Thomas, and A2c Manuel J. Yduarte Jr.
Investigation and Cause
Official findings determined the probable cause of the accident to be an engine fire.