NC-18645 — accident record & aircraft history

We’re still collecting data for this aircraft. Routes appear once we’ve seen it fly enough times.

Safety history

November 13, 1946Accident
The Board determined that the probable cause of this accident was "the action of the pilot in making an instrument let-down without previously establishing a positive radio fix." The Board found that this action was aggravated by conditions of severe static, wind in excess of anticipated velocities, preoccupation with an unusual amount of radio conversation, and the inoperative Newhall radio range.
Douglas DC-3 · 11 fatalities
The Board determines that the probable cause of this accident was the action of the pilot in making an instrument letdown without previously establishing a positive radio fix. Full accident record