1 fatality

Fatal aircraft accident near Guerra, Texas (N61446)

Guerra, United States of AmericaFlight

On February 11, 1975, a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain (registration N61446) operated by Spa Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Guerra, United States of America in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the accident remains undetermined. 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.

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A single-engine aircraft crashed in a remote area of Texas, resulting in the death of the pilot.

What happened

On an undetermined date prior to June 19, 1975, an aircraft crashed in an unpopulated region situated close to Guerra, Texas. The impact was followed by a significant post-crash fire that completely consumed the airframe. At the time of the accident, the pilot was the only person on board the aircraft.

Following the incident, recovery teams located and retrieved the wreckage on June 19, 1975. The intensity of the fire left the aircraft destroyed upon impact with the ground.

Findings

  • The accident resulted in one fatality.
  • There were no other occupants involved in the crash.
  • Official investigators were unable to establish a specific reason for the crash, concluding that the cause could not be determined.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident remains undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Feb 1975 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident near Guerra, United States of America?

A single-engine aircraft crashed in a remote area of Texas, resulting in the death of the pilot.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Feb 1975 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Feb 1975 involved a Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, registration N61446, operated by Spa Flying Service, at Guerra, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident remains undetermined.