On November 29, 1967, a Learjet 23 (registration N690LJ) operated by Jet International was involved in an aviation accident near Orlando-Executive (Herndon), United States of America during landing or approach. 3 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of control on final was the consequence of insufficient speed as the pilot failed to maintain flying speed. A failure of a fuel pump forced the crew to modify the route, resulting from faulty maintenance and servicing. 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.
On a night approach to Orlando-Herndon Airport, an aircraft became uncontrollable and crashed into a house short of the runway, destroying the aircraft and killing all three occupants. No ground injuries were reported.
Incident Overview
During a flight segment from Jacksonville to Miami, the crew encountered technical problems and made the decision to divert to Orlando-Herndon Airport. While executing a night approach, the airplane became uncontrollable and crashed onto a house located short of the runway threshold.
Damage and Casualties
The aircraft was destroyed in the impact. All three occupants were killed. No injuries were reported on the ground.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the loss of control on final approach was the consequence of insufficient speed, as the pilot failed to maintain flying speed. Additionally, a failure of a fuel pump forced the crew to modify their route, which was attributed to faulty maintenance and servicing.