On April 23, 1966, a Learjet 23 (registration N235R) operated by Rexall Drug and Chemical Corporation was involved in an aviation accident near Clarendon, United States of America in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The exact cause of the accident could not be determined. However, it is believed that the loss of control was caused by the failure of both gyro horizons. 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.
A training flight from Amarillo to Dallas-Fort Worth crashed near Clarendon, Texas, after losing control at 41,000 feet. Both occupants were killed. Investigators believe failure of both gyro horizons caused the loss of control.
Accident Overview
A training flight en route from Amarillo to Dallas-Fort Worth Airport experienced a loss of control while climbing to an altitude of 41,000 feet. The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent, dove into the ground, and crashed in a field approximately one mile southwest of Clarendon, Texas. The impact totally destroyed the aircraft, and both occupants were killed. Turbulence had been reported in the flight area at the time of the accident.
Investigation
Officials determined that the exact cause of the accident could not be established. However, they believe the loss of control resulted from the failure of both gyro horizons in the aircraft. No further contributing factors were identified.
Probable cause
The exact cause of the accident could not be determined. However, it is believed that the loss of control was caused by the failure of both gyro horizons.
What happened in the 23 Apr 1966 Learjet 23 accident near Clarendon, United States of America?
A training flight from Amarillo to Dallas-Fort Worth crashed near Clarendon, Texas, after losing control at 41,000 feet. Both occupants were killed. Investigators believe failure of both gyro horizons caused the loss of control.
Were there any fatalities in the 23 Apr 1966 Learjet 23 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Apr 1966 involved a Learjet 23, registration N235R, operated by Rexall Drug and Chemical Corporation, at Clarendon, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The exact cause of the accident could not be determined. However, it is believed that the loss of control was caused by the failure of both gyro horizons.
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