Is the Mysterious B-25 Still in the Monongahela River?
Since the crash of the plane on Jan. 31, 1956, the plane's fate has been the source of speculation and legend. What do you think?
In the 57 years since a B-25 Mitchell bomber ditched in the Monongahela River near Homestead, its fate has been a tale filled with mystery, suspicion and intrigue. The plane was over New Alexandria when it began experiencing problems with the level of fuel. The pilot shifted course and began heading for Greater Pittsburgh Airport—and as more fuel seemed to disappear, targeted Allegheny County Airport instead. When the engines ceased operating near the populated area approaching Pittsburgh, the pilot advised the crew that they would ditch in the river. At 4:10 p.m. on Jan. 31, 1956, the World War II relic, which was refitted as a trainer, touched down with the wing flaps down and landing gear up in the river between the Homestead High Level…
