North American F-100 (2x)

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IDENTIFICATION & SITE INFORMATION #


	Aircraft Name: North American F-100 Super Sabre (2x) Location: Lake Ontario, near Golden Hill State Park, NY, USA Date of Incident: March 4, 1968 GPS Coordinates: Not available Depth: The wreckage lies at the bottom of Lake Ontario, exact depth unspecified.

VESSEL TYPE DESCRIPTION: #

The North American F-100 Super Sabre was the first of the USAF’s Century Series of jet fighters and the first fighter capable of supersonic speed in level flight. Known for its role as a fighter-bomber, the F-100 was extensively used during the Vietnam War. The aircraft involved in this incident were part of the Air National Guard (ANG) and were operated by the United States Air Force (USAF).

HISTORY: #

On March 4, 1968, two F-100 Super Sabres were engaged in a routine training flight, taking off from Niagara Falls International Airport, New York. The flight involved a four-ship formation of F-100s, which was a common training exercise aimed at maintaining pilot proficiency in formation flying and combat maneuvers.

FINAL DISPOSITION: #

During the flight, the two F-100 aircraft collided mid-air while in formation over Lake Ontario, just two miles from Golden Hill State Park, New York. The collision caused both aircraft to lose control, leading them to crash into the icy waters of Lake Ontario. Both pilots were seen ejecting and parachuting into the lake, but their fate remains undocumented in the available sources. The aircraft were written off as a total loss.

NOTMARs & ADVISORIES: #

There are no current Notices to Mariners (NOTMARs) specifically related to this wreck. The location is not marked as a significant hazard to navigation, and the wreckage remains unlocated.

LOCATED BY & DATE: #

The precise location and condition of the wrecks have not been documented or discovered by official wreck-hunting groups. The fate of the pilots remains unknown as per the last reported information.

CURRENT CONDITION & ACCESSIBILITY: #

The wreckage of the two F-100 aircraft likely lies at the bottom of Lake Ontario, undisturbed since the crash in 1968. Due to the unknown location and condition, the site has not been explored or marked, and it remains inaccessible to the public. As military aircraft wrecks, they may be considered war graves and should be approached with respect.

RESOURCES & LINKS: #

St. Petersburg Times (March 5, 1968, p10A): Newspaper article reporting the incident.
Aviation Safety Network Website: Provides details on aviation accidents and safety records.
North American F-100: Information about the aircraft type and its operational history.