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Two Crew Members Injured in Hard Landing and Runway Excursion at Detroit-City Airport (N822LJ)

Detroit, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On December 9, 1967, a Learjet 23 (registration N822LJ) operated by Jet International was involved in an aviation accident near Detroit, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Improper level off on part of the crew who selected the wrong runway relative to existing wind. Unfavorable wind conditions with cross wind 80° 10 knots gusting 18 knots prevailed at the time of the accident. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A hard landing at Detroit-City Airport caused the aircraft to go out of control and veer off the runway. Both crew members were injured, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. The probable cause focused on improper level off and runway selection relative to wind conditions.

Accident Details

During a landing attempt at Detroit-City Airport, the aircraft landed hard, leading to a loss of control. The aircraft subsequently veered off the runway and came to rest. Both crew members sustained injuries, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair.

Investigation Findings

The official investigation determined the probable cause to be an improper level off by the crew, who selected the wrong runway relative to the existing wind. At the time of the accident, unfavorable wind conditions prevailed, including a crosswind from 80 degrees at 10 knots gusting to 18 knots.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Dec 1967 Learjet 23 accident near Detroit, United States of America?

A hard landing at Detroit-City Airport caused the aircraft to go out of control and veer off the runway. Both crew members were injured, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. The probable cause focused on improper level off and runway selection relative to wind conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 9 Dec 1967 Learjet 23 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Dec 1967 involved a Learjet 23, registration N822LJ, operated by Jet International, at Detroit, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Improper level off on part of the crew who selected the wrong runway relative to existing wind. Unfavorable wind conditions with cross wind 80° 10 knots gusting 18 knots prevailed at the time of the accident.

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