1 fatality

Aircraft Crash in Whiteout Conditions During Flight from Reykjavik to Kulusuk (N6362U)

Greenland, GreenlandFlight

On August 14, 1967, a Rockwell Aero Commander 680 (registration N6362U) operated by Aviation Communications was involved in an aviation accident near Greenland, Greenland in flight. One person was killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed after losing orientation in whiteout weather en route from Reykjavik to Kulusuk. One pilot was killed and two occupants were seriously injured.

Incident Overview and Route Details An aircraft departed Reykjavik on a flight to Kulusuk, carrying equipment that was intended to be dropped off. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, or exact date of the incident. ## Weather Conditions and Loss of Orientation During the flight, weather conditions deteriorated. While cruising in whiteout conditions, the crew lost orientation. The aircraft subsequently struck the ground and crashed. ## Casualties The accident resulted in one fatality and two serious injuries. A pilot was killed, while two other occupants sustained serious injuries. The source does not provide further details on the cause of the accident.