J. H. O’Brien
Safety profile and incident history for J. H. O’Brien.
Safety Score
9.3/10Total Incidents
1
Total Fatalities
7
Recent Incidents
March 31, 1933 7 Fatalities
Ford 4
Neodesha Kansas
En route from Tulsa to Winnipeg, while cruising south of Topeka, the crew encountered technical problems and was forced to attempt an emergency landing. The pilot reduced his altitude and elected to land in an open field when the aircraft stalled and crashed 11 km south of Neodesha. Both pilots and five passengers were killed. All occupants were members of the Winnipeg Toilers basketball team. Crew: Avlie H. Hakes, pilot, H. E. Eggens, copilot.
Airline Information
Country of Origin
United States of America
Risk Level
Low Risk
Common Aircraft in Incidents
Ford 41