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Fatal Training Flight Crash Near Berkeley Springs (63-7881)

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On October 7, 1992, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules (registration 63-7881) operated by United States Air Force - USAF (since 1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Berkeley Springs, United States of America in flight. 6 people were 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)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

A four-engine aircraft crashed into a house near Berkeley Springs during a low-altitude training flight, killing all six crew members and slightly injuring one occupant.

Incident Overview and Flight Details A four-engine aircraft was conducting a local training flight when it struck power cables at a low altitude. The aircraft subsequently crashed into a residential structure located approximately 3 kilometers northwest of Berkeley Springs. The flight had originated from Martinsburg-Eastern West Virginia-Shepherd Field. ## Casualties and Impact The accident resulted in the deaths of all six crew members aboard the aircraft. The sole occupant of the house struck by the aircraft sustained minor injuries. The source does not specify the exact aircraft type, registration, date, or operator.