Grumman G-44 Widgeon crash, May 24, 1968 (1 killed), Lafi...
Grumman G-44 Widgeon accident on May 24, 1968 near Lafitte Louisiana, United States with 1 fatality.
- Date: May 24, 1968
- Aircraft: Grumman G-44 Widgeon
- Location: Lafitte Louisiana, United States
- Fatalities: 1
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
Shortly after takeoff from Lafitte, Louisiana, the Widgeon flew into a thunderstorm area and encountered severe turbulence. Control was lost and the amphibian crashed into the water, killing the pilot, the sole occupant.