Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker crash, Dec 14, 1959, Westover A...
Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker accident on December 14, 1959 near Westover AFB Massachusetts, United States with no fatalities.
- Date: December 14, 1959
- Aircraft: Boeing KC-97 Stratotanker
- Location: Westover AFB Massachusetts, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: En route
A USAF KC 97 tanker from Westover AFB collided with a B 52 during aerial refuelling at about 15,000 feet. The tanker lost part of its tail but landed safely, and two B 52 crew members parachuted to safety.