Lockheed 18 LodeStar crash, May 2, 1969, Gaithersburg Mar...
Lockheed 18 LodeStar accident on May 2, 1969 near Gaithersburg Maryland, United States with no fatalities.
- Date: May 2, 1969
- Aircraft: Lockheed 18 LodeStar
- Location: Gaithersburg Maryland, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A twin engine Lockheed 18 Lodestar swerved during its takeoff roll at Gaithersburg-Montgomery County Airport. Control was lost, the aircraft left the runway, lost its undercarriage and came to rest in flames. Both occupants were slightly injured.