2 fatalities

Fatal Crash During Local Test Flight at Dearborn Airport (NX419H)

Dearborn, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On November 24, 1930, a Ford 5 (registration NX419H) operated by Ford Motor Company was involved in an aviation accident near Dearborn, United States of America during landing or approach. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

Aircraft lost control upon landing during a local test flight at Dearborn Airport, resulting in a fire and the deaths of both crew members.

What happened

The incident occurred while the aircraft was conducting a local test flight in the vicinity of Dearborn Airport. Following the approach and touchdown, the airplane experienced a loss of control. The subsequent crash resulted in the airframe bursting into flames. Both individuals on board were killed in the accident.

Findings

The available records indicate that the immediate sequence involved a departure from controlled flight during the landing phase. No specific mechanical failures or human error details are provided in the source material beyond the loss of control and resulting fire.