1 fatality

Military Aircraft Crash at Waller Air Force Base (42-64518)

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On April 19, 1943, a North American B-25 Mitchell (registration 42-64518) operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947) was involved in an aviation accident near Waller AFB, Trinidad and Tobago in flight. 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)Source recordUpdated 2026-08-25Data APIEditorial standards

A military aircraft crashed under unknown conditions at Waller Air Force Base, resulting in the death of the pilot on board.

What happened

A military aircraft experienced a fatal accident while operating out of Waller Air Force Base. The specific circumstances leading to the crash remain undetermined based on available records. During this incident, the sole occupant of the aircraft was killed. The individual identified in the crew manifest was a second lieutenant serving with the military unit.

Findings

No definitive conclusions regarding contributing factors or mechanical failures have been established in the source material. The event is classified as having occurred in unknown circumstances, meaning no specific causal agent has been formally attributed to the loss of the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Apr 1943 North American B-25 Mitchell accident near Waller AFB, Trinidad and Tobago?

A military aircraft crashed under unknown conditions at Waller Air Force Base, resulting in the death of the pilot on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 19 Apr 1943 North American B-25 Mitchell accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Apr 1943 involved a North American B-25 Mitchell, registration 42-64518, operated by United States Army Air Forces - USAAF (1941-1947), at Waller AFB, Trinidad and Tobago.