No fatalities

Aircraft crash in the Anguille Mountains near Stephenville (41-37278)

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On March 23, 1944, a Douglas C-54 Skymaster (registration 41-37278) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Stephenville, Canada in flight. No fatalities were reported. 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.

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An aircraft crashed in the Anguille Mountains south of Stephenville under unknown circumstances, with the fate of the crew remaining unconfirmed.

What happened

The incident occurred in the Anguille Mountains, a region located to the south of Stephenville. The aircraft impacted the terrain during flight, resulting in a crash. Specific details regarding the sequence of events leading up to the impact are not available in the current records.

Following the accident, search and recovery efforts were likely initiated, but definitive information regarding the status of those on board has not been established. The fate of the crew remains unknown, as no confirmed reports of survival or fatalities have been recorded in the source material provided.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Mar 1944 Douglas C-54 Skymaster accident near Stephenville, Canada?

An aircraft crashed in the Anguille Mountains south of Stephenville under unknown circumstances, with the fate of the crew remaining unconfirmed.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Mar 1944 Douglas C-54 Skymaster accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Mar 1944 involved a Douglas C-54 Skymaster, registration 41-37278, operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947), at Stephenville, Canada.