1 fatality

Aircraft crash in hilly terrain near Deer Lake (38-557)

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On December 19, 1942, a Grumman G-21A Goose (registration 38-557) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Deer Lake, Canada in flight. One person was killed. 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.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-26Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances in hilly terrain approximately 20 km northwest of Deer Lake, resulting in the death of at least one crew member.

What happened

The incident occurred when an aircraft impacted the ground in hilly terrain situated roughly 20 kilometers to the northwest of Deer Lake. The specific sequence of events leading up to the crash remains undefined in the available records, as the circumstances are listed as unknown. Upon impact, the accident resulted in fatal consequences for the flight personnel.

Findings

The investigation confirmed that at least one crew member lost their life in the event. The sole identified individual associated with the operation was 1st Lt Earl Eugene Jordan, who served as a crew member on board. No further technical details or contributing factors have been established in the source material provided.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Dec 1942 Grumman G-21A Goose accident near Deer Lake, Canada?

An aircraft crashed in unknown circumstances in hilly terrain approximately 20 km northwest of Deer Lake, resulting in the death of at least one crew member.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Dec 1942 Grumman G-21A Goose accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Dec 1942 involved a Grumman G-21A Goose, registration 38-557, operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947), at Deer Lake, Canada.