2 fatalities

Collision between two USAAC P-38 Lightnings kills four crew members (40-99)

Galivants Ferry, United States of AmericaFlight

On May 19, 1941, a Douglas A-20 Havoc/DB-7 Boston (registration 40-99) operated by United States Army Air Corps - USAAC (1926-1941) was involved in an aviation accident near Galivants Ferry, United States of America in flight. 2 people were killed. 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 2026-08-26Data APIEditorial standards

Two United States Army Air Corps aircraft collided in mid-air, resulting in the loss of both planes and the deaths of all four personnel on board.

What happened

A mid-air collision occurred involving two military aircraft operated by the United States Army Air Corps. The incident involved a primary aircraft and a second plane identified as a Havoc with the registration 40-102. Both aircraft were carrying crews of two individuals each. Following the impact, both airplanes crashed to the ground. There were no survivors; all four crew members aboard the two aircraft were killed in the accident.

Findings

The specific circumstances leading to the collision are not detailed in the available records. The source material indicates that the event occurred in unknown conditions, with no further contributing factors or investigative conclusions provided.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 May 1941 Douglas A-20 Havoc/DB-7 Boston accident near Galivants Ferry, United States of America?

Two United States Army Air Corps aircraft collided in mid-air, resulting in the loss of both planes and the deaths of all four personnel on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 May 1941 Douglas A-20 Havoc/DB-7 Boston accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 May 1941 involved a Douglas A-20 Havoc/DB-7 Boston, registration 40-99, operated by United States Army Air Corps - USAAC (1926-1941), at Galivants Ferry, United States of America.