No fatalities

Single-engine aircraft crash near Sheenjek River (42-5049)

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On March 2, 1942, a Noorduyn Norseman (registration 42-5049) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Sheenjek River, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. 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

A single-engine aircraft crashed near the Sheenjek River after an emergency landing attempt for unknown reasons, resulting in total loss of the airframe and missing crew.

What happened

The pilot initiated an emergency landing procedure in the vicinity of the Sheenjek River. The specific reason for this forced descent was not determined. Upon impact with the terrain, the single-engine aircraft sustained severe damage that rendered it beyond repair. Following the crash, the status of the individuals on board could not be confirmed, and their fate remains unknown.

Findings

Investigative records do not specify a definitive mechanical failure or external cause for the emergency situation. The primary outcome documented is the total loss of the airframe due to the impact during the forced landing attempt.