2019 Northrop N-9M crash
On April 22, 2019, a Northrop N-9MB aircraft crashed in Norco, California, United States, killing the pilot. The aircraft was the last survivor of four built. It was destroyed in the post-crash fire.
.jpg) N9MB,The aircraft involved, seen in May 2014 | |
| Accident | |
|---|---|
| Date | April 22, 2019 |
| Summary | Under investigation |
| Site | Norco, California, United States 33°55′45.7″N 117°34′30.1″W |
| Aircraft | |
| Aircraft type | Northrop N-9MB |
| Operator | Planes of Fame Air Museum |
| Registration | N9MB |
| Flight origin | Chino Airport, California |
| Destination | Chino Airport |
| Occupants | 1 |
| Crew | 1 |
| Fatalities | 1 |
Accident
Shortly after take-off from Chino Airport,[1] the aircraft was reported to have crashed into the grounds of the California Rehabilitation Center, Norco, California at 12:10 local time.[2] The aircraft was reported to have sustained substantial damage in a post-crash fire.[3] Although the pilot was killed, no ground casualties were reported.[2]
Aircraft
The aircraft involved was the Northrop N-9MB, the sole remaining Northrop N-9M, registration N9MB. One of four built, it was operated by the Planes of Fame Air Museum, Chino, California.[2][3]
Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board opened an investigation under accident number WPR19FA118 into the accident. [2]
References
- "Fatal Plane Crash in Southern California Prison Yard". US News. April 22, 2019. Retrieved April 23, 2019.
- Trevithick, Joseph (April 22, 2019). "Rare and Historic Northrop Flying Wing Crashes Into Prison Yard In California (Updated)". The Drive. Retrieved April 23, 2019.
- "Historic small plane crashes, bursts into flames at state prison in Norco". ABC7. April 22, 2019. Retrieved April 23, 2019.