Beechcraft C18S crash, Sep 1, 1959 (8 killed), McGrath Al...
Beechcraft C18S accident on September 1, 1959 near McGrath Alaska, United States with 8 fatalities.
- Date: September 1, 1959
- Aircraft: Beechcraft C18S
- Location: McGrath Alaska, United States
- Fatalities: 8
- Phase of flight: En route
A Beechcraft C 18S operated by Bailey Enterprises left Kotzebue for McGrath, Alaska, and crashed after its pilot lost control during instrument flight in rain showers at night. The aircraft struck the ground violently in a steep spiral about 26 miles from McGrath Airport. All eight occupants were killed.