De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver crash, Dec 6, 1970 (5 killed)
De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver accident on December 6, 1970 near Burlington Vermont, United States with 5 fatalities.
- Date: December 6, 1970
- Aircraft: De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver
- Location: Burlington Vermont, United States
- Fatalities: 5
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
A Beaver TU-6A borrowed from the Rhode Island Army National Guard took off from Burlington, Vermont, in a snow squall and reported an aileron problem. It spun into the ground shortly after takeoff, and all five people aboard were killed. Ice buildup on the wings is considered the likely cause.