Curtiss C-46 Commando crash, Mar 20, 1953, Saint Petersbu...
Curtiss C-46 Commando accident on March 20, 1953 near Saint Petersburg Florida, United States with no fatalities.
- Date: March 20, 1953
- Aircraft: Curtiss C-46 Commando
- Location: Saint Petersburg Florida, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
A Curtiss C 46 Commando cargo flight from Tampa to Guatemala City developed an engine problem and diverted to St Petersburg, Florida. On the emergency return the aircraft flew over the runway without landing, stalled during a go around and crashed. The aircraft was destroyed and all three occupants were injured.