Union Oil Company of California

Convair CV-580

While approaching Midland Airport, during the last segment, the airplane rolled left and right then lost height and struck the runway 10 surface. On impact, the undercarriage were sheared off and the airplane slid for several yards before coming to rest. All four occupants were uninjured while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. A layer of 0,6 to 3 inches of ice was found on the upper wing surfaces.