Howard Hughes Crashes XF-11 In Test Flight

The transcript describes a test flight of the XF 11, a twin-engine photographic plane. Shortly after takeoff, the pilot reported trouble and attempted a forced landing on a golf course. Unfortunately, the plane undershot the landing and crashed into a residential area in Beverly Hills, resulting in severe injuries to the pilot.

What were the consequences of the crash?

• The pilot was unharmed

• The pilot was gravely injured

• The plane was completely destroyed

• There were no injuries reported

In which location did the crash occur?

• Beverly Hills

• Los Angeles

• San Francisco

• New York