On April 15, 1967, a Rockwell Aero Commander 680 (registration N718MS) operated by Lytle’s Transfer & Storage was involved in an aviation accident near Reynoldsdale, United States of America in flight. 2 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot became lost and disoriented due to physical impairment caused by excessive alcohol consumption. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
A twin-engine airplane crashed in Reynoldsdale after the pilot became disoriented during a flight from Altoona to Philadelphia. The pilot and a passenger were killed, and another passenger was injured. Alcohol impairment was determined as the cause.
Accident
A twin-engine airplane departed Altoona Airport at 0328 local time. Minutes after takeoff, the pilot informed air traffic control that he was initiating a descent toward Philadelphia Airport, located 172 miles east of his position. Approximately one hour later, the pilot became disoriented and lost control of the aircraft. The airplane crashed in an open field in Reynoldsdale. The pilot and one passenger were killed, while a second passenger sustained serious injuries.
Probable Cause
The official investigation concluded that the probable cause of the accident was the pilot becoming lost and disoriented due to physical impairment caused by excessive alcohol consumption.
What happened in the 15 Apr 1967 Rockwell Aero Commander 680 accident near Reynoldsdale, United States of America?
A twin-engine airplane crashed in Reynoldsdale after the pilot became disoriented during a flight from Altoona to Philadelphia. The pilot and a passenger were killed, and another passenger was injured. Alcohol impairment was determined as the cause.
Were there any fatalities in the 15 Apr 1967 Rockwell Aero Commander 680 accident?
The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 Apr 1967 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 680, registration N718MS, operated by Lytle’s Transfer & Storage, at Reynoldsdale, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot became lost and disoriented due to physical impairment caused by excessive alcohol consumption.
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