Runway excursion involving twin-engine aircraft in Bluefield

No fatalities • Bluefield-Mercer County, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

A twin-engine aircraft traveling from Pittsburgh to Bluefield veered off the runway following touchdown, resulting in no injuries but heavy damage to the plane.

What happened

A flight originating in Pittsburgh and destined for Bluefield ended in a runway excursion when the twin-engine aircraft lost control immediately after landing. The flight was transporting a total of four people, consisting of a crew of three and one passenger. Following the touchdown on the runway, the plane drifted off the paved surface and eventually came to a stop against an embankment.

Despite the impact with the embankment, there were zero fatalities and no injuries reported among the four occupants. The aircraft sustained significant damage during the incident and was subsequently declared a total loss.

Findings

The investigation determined that the aircraft went out of control during the landing phase, leading to its departure from the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft lost directional control immediately following touchdown, causing it to veer off the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1961-04-12 Douglas DC-3 accident near Bluefield-Mercer County, United States of America?

A twin-engine aircraft traveling from Pittsburgh to Bluefield veered off the runway following touchdown, resulting in no injuries but heavy damage to the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 1961-04-12 Douglas DC-3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1961-04-12 involved a Douglas DC-3, registration N541S, operated by United States Steel Corporation - USS, at Bluefield-Mercer County, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft lost directional control immediately following touchdown, causing it to veer off the runway.

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