No fatalities

Aircraft Emergency Landing in Dorchester (N3157G)

Dorchester, United States of AmericaFlight

On November 26, 1966, a Douglas A-26 Invader (registration N3157G) operated by Johnson Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Dorchester, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Powerplant failure for undetermined reason. 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)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced a powerplant failure during cruise, leading to a wheels-up emergency landing on a beach in Dorchester. Both pilots were uninjured, but the aircraft was lost.

Incident Overview During cruising altitude, the aircraft suffered a powerplant failure. One engine failed, and the second engine subsequently lost power. The crew initiated an emergency descent and attempted to land on a beach in Dorchester. The aircraft completed a wheels-up landing and came to rest in the sea. Both pilots were uninjured, but the aircraft was lost. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined the probable cause to be a powerplant failure for undetermined reason. No specific aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or location beyond Dorchester was provided in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Nov 1966 Douglas A-26 Invader accident near Dorchester, United States of America?

An aircraft experienced a powerplant failure during cruise, leading to a wheels-up emergency landing on a beach in Dorchester. Both pilots were uninjured, but the aircraft was lost.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Nov 1966 Douglas A-26 Invader accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Nov 1966 involved a Douglas A-26 Invader, registration N3157G, operated by Johnson Flying Service, at Dorchester, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Powerplant failure for undetermined reason.