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Airplane Crash into the Sea Off San Juan (N408EE)

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On April 20, 1968, a Rockwell Aero Commander 680 (registration N408EE) operated by ABC-PRS Airways was involved in an aviation accident near San Juan, Puerto Rico in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the accident could not be determined due to a lack of evidence. 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 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot lost control during a positioning flight, causing the aircraft to crash into the sea off San Juan. Debris was found a day later, but the pilot was not recovered and was presumed dead. The official cause was undetermined.

Incident Overview and Recovery Efforts During a positioning flight, a pilot lost control of the aircraft, which subsequently crashed into the sea off San Juan. Recovery operations located some debris from the aircraft one day after the incident. However, no trace of the pilot was found, and the individual was presumed dead. ## Official Investigation Findings The official investigation concluded that the cause of the accident could not be determined due to a lack of evidence. The source did not provide specific details regarding the aircraft type, registration, exact date, operator, or precise location beyond the sea off San Juan.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident could not be determined due to a lack of evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Apr 1968 Rockwell Aero Commander 680 accident near San Juan, Puerto Rico?

A pilot lost control during a positioning flight, causing the aircraft to crash into the sea off San Juan. Debris was found a day later, but the pilot was not recovered and was presumed dead. The official cause was undetermined.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 Apr 1968 Rockwell Aero Commander 680 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Apr 1968 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 680, registration N408EE, operated by ABC-PRS Airways, at San Juan, Puerto Rico.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident could not be determined due to a lack of evidence.

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