Accident Overview
A four-engine aircraft operating a flight from Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico was on final approach to Calverton-Peconic River Airport. The aircraft carried eight crew members and aircraft equipment. During the approach, the crew experienced poor weather conditions that included rain showers and cross winds. The accident occurred at night.
Crash Details
The aircraft struck trees and crashed in flames in a wooded area approximately one mile short of the runway. The impact and subsequent fire resulted in significant damage.
Casualties
Two crew members sustained serious injuries, while six others were killed. The deceased were identified as Captain Kyle Morris, Commander Robert Baker, Lieutenant Allen Able, Lieutenant Ralph Stevens, N. R. Seitz, and R. W. Caldwell.