1 fatality

Fatal Landing Accident Involving Aircraft Departing Chartres (43-35360)

Chelles-le-Pin, FranceLanding (descent or approach)

On September 15, 1944, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration 43-35360) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Chelles-le-Pin, France during landing or approach. One person was 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 2026-08-05Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed and was destroyed upon landing after departing from Chartres, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

The incident occurred during the final approach and landing phase of a flight that had originated at Chartres. The aircraft failed to maintain control or clear obstacles effectively during this critical stage, leading to a crash. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.

Findings

The accident was fatal for the person operating the aircraft. The pilot sustained injuries that proved fatal. No other individuals were reported as being on board or involved in the immediate vicinity based on the available records. The specific mechanical or environmental factors contributing to the loss of control during landing are not detailed in the provided source material.