Fatal crash near Hollywood involving aircraft structural failure

2 fatalities • Hollywood, United States of America • Flight

An aircraft crashed into a cornfield near Hollywood during its cruise phase, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

During the cruise phase of flight, the aircraft experienced a sudden and severe pitch-down motion. This maneuver caused the plane to lose stability and enter an uncontrolled descent. The aircraft subsequently struck the ground within a cornfield situated in the vicinity of Hollywood.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were two fatalities among the crew, with no survivors reported from the flight.

Findings

Investigations into the accident determined that the crash was precipitated by an in-flight structural failure. This failure led to a violent pitch-down movement, which was triggered by the irregular behavior of elevator tab controls that did not conform to standard operational requirements.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by an in-flight structural failure stemming from erratic elevator tab control movements.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1955-12-17 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident near Hollywood, United States of America?

An aircraft crashed into a cornfield near Hollywood during its cruise phase, resulting in the deaths of both crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 1955-12-17 Curtiss C-46 Commando accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1955-12-17 involved a Curtiss C-46 Commando, registration N9904F, operated by Riddle Airlines, at Hollywood, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by an in-flight structural failure stemming from erratic elevator tab control movements.

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