| - | 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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