Rockwell Aero Commander 680 crash, Jul 17, 1970 (3 killed)
Rockwell Aero Commander 680 accident on July 17, 1970 near Butler Pennsylvania, United States with 3 fatalities. Cause: Pilot loss of control after...
- Date: July 17, 1970
- Aircraft: Rockwell Aero Commander 680
- Location: Butler Pennsylvania, United States
- Fatalities: 3
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: Pilot loss of control after takeoff while intoxicated
A Rockwell Aero Commander 680 stalled in the initial climb after takeoff from Butler, Pennsylvania, and crashed in flames near the runway end. All three occupants died, and the pilot was recorded as intoxicated.