Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker crash, Sep 20, 1955, Dow AFB Maine
Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker accident on September 20, 1955 near Dow AFB Maine, United States with no fatalities.
- Date: September 20, 1955
- Aircraft: Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker
- Location: Dow AFB Maine, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
A USAF Boeing KC 97 refuelling tanker went out of control on touchdown at Dow AFB, Maine, and caught fire. All 12 crew were evacuated safely, and the aircraft was destroyed by fire.