Lockheed 18 LodeStar crash, Jan 20, 1944 (11 killed), Men...
Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident on January 20, 1944 near Mendoza Mendoza, Argentina with 11 fatalities.
- Date: January 20, 1944
- Aircraft: Lockheed 18 LodeStar
- Location: Mendoza Mendoza, Argentina
- Fatalities: 11
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A LAN Chile Lockheed Lodestar crashed in the initial climb after takeoff from Mendoza El Plumerillo Airport on 20 January 1944. It was carrying medical supplies and personnel sent after the San Juan earthquake, and all 11 occupants were killed.