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Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash in Whitefield Region Claims Pilot's Life (N3280Q)

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On November 26, 1967, a Cessna 401 (registration N3280Q) operated by Executive Aviation (USA - 1965) was involved in an aviation accident near Whitefield, United States of America in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the accident could not be determined with certainty. However, the phenomena observed at autopsy considered the results of impact injuries. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 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

A twin-engine aircraft lost control at cruising altitude, entered a dive, and crashed in an isolated area near Whitefield. The wreckage was discovered two days later. The aircraft was destroyed, and the sole pilot was killed.

Accident Details

During a routine flight, a twin-engine aircraft suddenly went out of control while at cruising altitude. The aircraft entered a dive and subsequently crashed in a remote, isolated area within the Whitefield region. The wreckage was not located until two days after the accident. The aircraft sustained total destruction upon impact. The pilot, who was the sole occupant on board, was killed in the crash.

Investigation and Probable Cause

An official investigation was conducted into the circumstances of the accident. The exact cause could not be determined with certainty. However, findings from the autopsy revealed that the observed phenomena were consistent with the results of impact injuries sustained during the crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Nov 1967 Cessna 401 accident near Whitefield, United States of America?

A twin-engine aircraft lost control at cruising altitude, entered a dive, and crashed in an isolated area near Whitefield. The wreckage was discovered two days later. The aircraft was destroyed, and the sole pilot was killed.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Nov 1967 Cessna 401 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Nov 1967 involved a Cessna 401, registration N3280Q, operated by Executive Aviation (USA - 1965), at Whitefield, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The exact cause of the accident could not be determined with certainty. However, the phenomena observed at autopsy considered the results of impact injuries.