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Aircraft Crash in Wooded Area Near Milwaukee Airport (N3283R)

Milwaukee, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 26, 1971, a Cessna 411 (registration N3283R) operated by Peck Meat Packing was involved in an aviation accident near Milwaukee, United States of America during landing or approach. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Improper IFR operation. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed into trees 5.7 miles short of a runway at Milwaukee Airport after descending below the minimum descent altitude in fog. One passenger died and three others were injured.

Incident Overview During an approach to Milwaukee Airport, the pilot encountered poor weather conditions characterized by limited visibility due to fog. The aircraft continued its descent and passed below the minimum descent altitude (MDA) before striking trees and crashing in a wooded area located 5.7 miles short of the runway. The aircraft was destroyed in the accident. One passenger was killed, and three other occupants were injured. ## Contributing Factors The official investigation identified improper IFR operation as the probable cause. Reported factors included a low ceiling and fog, weather conditions that were slightly worse than forecast, and the descent below the MDA.

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