Lockheed 18 LodeStar crash, Aug 9, 1946 (4 killed), Lakeh...
Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident on August 9, 1946 near Lakehurst New Jersey, United States with 4 fatalities. Cause: Engine failure caused by a broken...
- Date: August 9, 1946
- Aircraft: Lockheed 18 LodeStar
- Location: Lakehurst New Jersey, United States
- Fatalities: 4
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Engine failure caused by a broken accessory drive gear
A Lockheed Lodestar of Atlantic Central Airlines lost its left engine shortly after takeoff from Lakehurst, New Jersey, and the crew turned back. On final approach the captain went around, the aircraft banked left and crashed in flames. Four of the six occupants were killed and two passengers were seriously injured.