What happened
During a local training mission departing from George AFB, two twin-engine aircraft were involved in a mid-air collision. One of the aircraft involved was a Douglas B-26B Invader, bearing registration 44-34677. Following the impact, both aircraft lost control and descended into the El Mirage desert region, situated approximately 12 miles northwest of George AFB.
The accident resulted in significant loss of life across both flight crews. On the first aircraft, one crew member survived the crash while the second crew member was killed. The second aircraft, the 44-34677, crashed with both of its occupants deceased.
Findings
At the time of the incident, the exact circumstances surrounding the mid-air collision remained unknown.