Curtiss C-46 Commando crash, May 16, 1948 (2 killed), Col...
Curtiss C-46 Commando accident on May 16, 1948 near Columbus-Rickenbacker (Lockbourne AFB) Ohio, United States with 2 fatalities.
- Date: May 16, 1948
- Aircraft: Curtiss C-46 Commando
- Location: Columbus-Rickenbacker (Lockbourne AFB) Ohio, United States
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
The Slick Airways Curtiss C 46 cargo flight from Newark toward Chicago was diverted south to avoid thunderstorms. Approaching Columbus, Ohio, the crew reported a locked rudder. After landing and go around attempts, the aircraft crashed about 2.5 miles east of the field and burned, killing both crew.