No fatalities

Aircraft crash near Guantánamo Bay (128)

Guantánamo Bay NAS, Cuba

On August 16, 1958, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration 128) operated by Cuban Air Force - Fuerza Aérea del Ejército de Cuba (1952-1961) was involved in an aviation accident near Guantánamo Bay NAS, Cuba. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft operated by the Transport Squadron crashed under unidentified circumstances in the vicinity of Guantánamo Bay.

What happened

An aviation accident occurred in an area near Guantánamo Bay. The aircraft involved was being utilized for operations by the Transport Squadron. At this time, the specific sequence of events leading to the impact remains unconfirmed, as the precise circumstances surrounding the crash have not been established.

Findings

There are currently no official conclusions regarding the cause of the accident. The specific details concerning the flight phase or any mechanical issues at the time of the event are unknown. Information regarding any fatalities or injuries has not been released, and the exact nature of the crash remains under investigation.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Aug 1958 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident near Guantánamo Bay NAS, Cuba?

An aircraft operated by the Transport Squadron crashed under unidentified circumstances in the vicinity of Guantánamo Bay.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Aug 1958 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Aug 1958 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 560, registration 128, operated by Cuban Air Force - Fuerza Aérea del Ejército de Cuba (1952-1961), at Guantánamo Bay NAS, Cuba.