Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) crash, Jun 3, 1957 (2 killed)
Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3) accident on June 3, 1957 near McGrath Alaska, United States with 2 fatalities. Cause: Engine power loss..
- Date: June 3, 1957
- Aircraft: Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3)
- Location: McGrath Alaska, United States
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: Approach and landing
- Cause: Engine power loss.
A USAF C 47A lost engine power in flight, and the crew diverted to McGrath Airport. On final approach it struck trees in a wooded area a few miles short of the runway. Two passengers were killed and seven other occupants survived.