On July 14, 1953, a Ford 4 (registration N8400) operated by Johnson Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Basin, United States of America in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The aircraft struck overhead power lines while performing low-altitude crop spraying maneuvers. 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.
A two-person crew was killed when their three-engine aircraft struck power lines during a low-altitude agricultural mission.
What happened
During an aerial mission intended to combat spruce bud worm populations, a three-engine aircraft crashed into a field. The flight was being conducted at a low altitude as part of a crop spraying operation. While maneuvering through the area, the aircraft made contact with power cables, resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with the ground.
Findings
The accident occurred during the operational phase of a spraying mission.
The crew consisted of two individuals.
There were 2 fatalities resulting from the crash.
The primary factor in the accident was the aircraft's collision with power cables during low-level flight.
Probable cause
The aircraft struck overhead power lines while performing low-altitude crop spraying maneuvers.
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