On March 10, 1958, a Douglas DC-7 (registration N846D) operated by Douglas Aircraft Company was involved in an aviation accident near Long Beach, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft crashed at Long Beach Airport during a test flight intended for Eastern Airlines, resulting in no fatalities.
What happened
During a scheduled test flight at Long Beach Airport, an unidentified aircraft was involved in a crash. The flight was being conducted as part of the final inspection and testing procedures required before the aircraft's official delivery to Eastern Airlines. Despite the impact, there were no casualties reported among those on board.
Findings
The specific reasons for the accident remain undetermined, as the event occurred under unknown circumstances. The investigation into the crash sequence has not publicly identified any specific mechanical or operational failures leading to the incident.
What happened in the 10 Mar 1958 Douglas DC-7 accident near Long Beach, United States of America?
An aircraft crashed at Long Beach Airport during a test flight intended for Eastern Airlines, resulting in no fatalities.
Were there any fatalities in the 10 Mar 1958 Douglas DC-7 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Mar 1958 involved a Douglas DC-7, registration N846D, operated by Douglas Aircraft Company, at Long Beach, United States of America.
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