Danielson, Connecticut – November 9, 1974
Danielson Airport
On the morning of November 9, 1974, a lone pilot from Massachusetts was attempting to take off from Danielson Airport in a Cessna 172, (N46656). Strong gusty winds were blowing at the time, and as the aircraft was becoming airborne it veered off the runway area, went over an embankment, and slammed into a tree. The plane was wrecked, and the pilot was transported to Day Kimball Hospital with serious injuries.
Sources:
Providence Sunday Journal, “Student Pilot Hurt In Connecticut Crash”, November 10, 1974, page 3.
Hartford Courant, “Injured Pilot Still Listed As critical”, November 12, 1974, page 6.
Hartford Courant, “Crash Victim Off Critical List”, November 14, 1974, page 10.
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