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Cargo Flight Strikes Mountain Near Park City After 180-Degree Turn in Poor Weather (N2784B)

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On February 23, 1968, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration N2784B) operated by Vercoa Commuter (Vercoa Air Service) was involved in an aviation accident near Park City, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The crew continued under VFR mode into adverse weather conditions. At the time of the accident, the visibility was reduced due to fog, rain and snow. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine cargo aircraft struck a mountain near Park City during a 180-degree turn in adverse weather. The aircraft was destroyed; both occupants were seriously injured. The crew continued VFR into poor conditions.

Accident Overview

A cargo flight encountered poor weather conditions during its journey. The captain initiated a 180-degree turn in an attempt to gain altitude, but the twin-engine aircraft subsequently struck the slope of a mountain located near Park City. The impact destroyed the aircraft, and both occupants on board sustained serious injuries.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the accident, visibility was significantly reduced due to a combination of fog, rain, and snow. The crew had been operating under visual flight rules (VFR) and continued into these adverse weather conditions.

Official Findings

The investigation determined that the crew continued flight under VFR mode into adverse weather conditions, which were characterized by reduced visibility from fog, rain, and snow. No other causal factors were identified in the official report.

Probable cause

The crew continued under VFR mode into adverse weather conditions. At the time of the accident, the visibility was reduced due to fog, rain and snow.
Controlled flight into terrain

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Feb 1968 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident near Park City, United States of America?

A twin-engine cargo aircraft struck a mountain near Park City during a 180-degree turn in adverse weather. The aircraft was destroyed; both occupants were seriously injured. The crew continued VFR into poor conditions.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Feb 1968 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Feb 1968 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 560, registration N2784B, operated by Vercoa Commuter (Vercoa Air Service), at Park City, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The crew continued under VFR mode into adverse weather conditions. At the time of the accident, the visibility was reduced due to fog, rain and snow.

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