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Aircraft Diverted to Quonset Point NAS Crashes on Final Approach (122454)

Quonset Point NAS, United States of AmericaLanding (descent or approach)

On June 1, 1950, a Lockheed P-2 Neptune (registration 122454) operated by United States Navy - USN was involved in an aviation accident near Quonset Point NAS, United States of America during landing or approach. 9 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 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

While en route from Jacksonville NAS to Argentia, Newfoundland, an aircraft diverted to Quonset Point NAS due to an unexpected situation. It crashed in flames on final approach, killing nine crew members and leaving three rescued.

Incident Overview and Diversion Decision An aircraft operating en route from Jacksonville NAS to Argentia in Newfoundland encountered an unexpected situation during flight. In response to the developing circumstances, the captain elected to divert the aircraft to Quonset Point NAS, selecting the location for a safe landing. ## Final Approach and Crash During the final approach to Quonset Point NAS, the aircraft lost control. The aircraft subsequently crashed in flames a few miles short of the runway threshold. ## Casualties The accident resulted in significant loss of life among the crew. Three crew members were rescued from the crash site, while nine other crew members were killed.

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