Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress crash, Jul 12, 1972 (2 killed)
Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress accident on July 12, 1972 near Socorro New Mexico, United States with 2 fatalities.
- Date: July 12, 1972
- Aircraft: Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
- Location: Socorro New Mexico, United States
- Fatalities: 2
- Phase of flight: En route
A converted Boeing B17 firefighting tanker crashed during a low second drop of retardant near Socorro, New Mexico. It struck trees and burned, killing both pilots.