- ACCIDENT DETAILS
Date: January 26, 1961
Time: 0330
Location: Trinity Bay, Newfoundland
Operator: Military - U.S. Air Force
Flight #: ?
Route: Kenitra - Lajes - Argentia - Norfork
AC Type: Douglas C-118A Liftmaster
Registration: 51-17626
cn / ln: 43670
Aboard: 23   (passengers:13  crew:10)
Fatalities: 23   (passengers:13  crew:10)
Ground: 0
Summary: While approaching Argentia-Bristol Field, the aircraft crashed into the Trinity Bay about 50 km northeast of Argentia. It is believed the aircraft disintegrated in the air possibly following a mechanical issue. However, due to a lack of evidence, it was not possible to determine the exact cause of the accident.
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