1967-01-24: Douglas DC-6 — Saturn Airways — Oakland, United States of America

No fatalities • Oakland, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

Probable cause

The pilot-in-command failed to maintain directional control due to improper operation of powerplant controls which caused an asymmetrical thrust reversal after landing. Crew unfamiliar with early warning reverse circuit. Poor flight supervision on part of the instructor.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The crew was completing a local training mission at Oakland International Airport. After touchdown, the pilot-in-command started the braking procedure when control was lost. The airplane veered off runway before coming to rest. While all four crew members were uninjured, the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Probable cause (official findings): The pilot-in-command failed to maintain directional control due to improper operation of powerplant controls which caused an asymmetrical thrust reversal after landing. Crew unfamiliar with early warning reverse circuit. Poor flight supervision on part of the instructor.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1967-01-24 Douglas DC-6 accident near Oakland, United States of America?

The crew was completing a local training mission at Oakland International Airport. After touchdown, the pilot-in-command started the braking procedure when control was lost. The airplane veered off runway before coming to rest. While all four crew members were uninjured, the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.…

Were there any fatalities in the 1967-01-24 Douglas DC-6 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1967-01-24 involved a Douglas DC-6, registration N74841, operated by Saturn Airways, at Oakland, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot-in-command failed to maintain directional control due to improper operation of powerplant controls which caused an asymmetrical thrust reversal after landing. Crew unfamiliar with early warning reverse circuit. Poor flight supervision on part of the instructor.

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