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Accident No. 43-2-2-6
Analyzed by: T.J.N. 2-10-43
Note: Attached recommendation.

Sharp Top, Peak of Otter Mts. , 12 Miles N.W. of Bedford, VA. 43-2-2-6

21:20

While on night navigation flight plane crashed into mountain side and burst into flames. Fatal to entire crew.

Witnesses state seeing plane flying low in the direction of the mountain. Motors appeared to be functioning smoothly.

Plane had been cleared G.F.R at 3000 ft. It struck the mountain at an estimated altitude of 3000 ft.

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