Martin 404 crash, May 30, 1970 (6 killed), Atlanta Georgia
Martin 404 accident on May 30, 1970 near Atlanta Georgia, United States with 6 fatalities. Cause: Improperly serviced aircraft by ground crew,...
- Date: May 30, 1970
- Aircraft: Martin 404
- Location: Atlanta Georgia, United States
- Fatalities: 6
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Improperly serviced aircraft by ground crew, inadequate supervision and training of ramp crews, and improper fuel grade
A Martin 404 operated for Lehigh Acres Development lost power in both engines after takeoff from DeKalb Peachtree Airport near Atlanta. The crew made an emergency landing on Interstate 285, striking a car and the Moreland Avenue bridge, and six people, including five motorists, died.