Squantum Naval Air Station – May 25, 1945
North American Texan Military Trainer
Author Photo
On May 25, 1945, a navy SNJ-4 Texan trainer aircraft, (Bu. No. 27007), landed at the Squantum Naval Air Station in a strong cross-wind and ground looped at high speed causing damage to the left wing, left aileron, propeller, and both landing wheels. The pilot was not injured.
Source:
U. S. Navy accident report dated May 25, 1945.
